Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator

The Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact at Booz Allen? You understand your customer's environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution.

Booz Allen is seeking a skilled Windows System Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with servers and desktops, as well as experience managing Windows Operating Systems and automation. This role involves managing and maintaining our IT infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security.

As a Systems Administrator on our team, you have the chance to design and maintain systems in support of Booz Allen. Your technical expertise will be vital as you evaluate and modernize our IT infrastructure. Grow your skills by merging system administration and best security practices to create a scalable and secure system. Join our team and help turn requirements into accomplishments that drive change.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, including Citrix, VMware, or vSphere
• Experience administering Microsoft Windows Operating Systems, including Active Directory, group policy, and file and folder permissions in a secure or enterprise environment
• Experience with server room or data center environments, and server and end user hardware, such as desktop, thin client, or zero client
• Knowledge of STIGs
• Ability to follow guidance to support system compliance
• Ability to assist in managing and maintaining Windows-based systems, including basic configuration, patching, and system monitoring
• Ability to support system deployment, security hardening, and ongoing maintenance of Windows servers within classified networks
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience with system administration, or 5+ years of experience with system administration in lieu of a degree
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant Certification, such as Security+ CE Certification

Nice If You Have:

• Experience supporting web applications and documenting technical processes or troubleshooting steps
• Experience with Splunk, McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO), and Domain Controller technologies
• Knowledge of PowerShell or other scripting tools to automate tasks
• Ability to troubleshoot basic networking issues, such as TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, and DHCP
• Ability to learn and apply technical research to solve problems
• Ability to communicate clearly with teammates and leadership in both written and verbal formats
• Ability to collaborate in a team setting
• Possession of strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, CompTIA Network+, or Cisco Certification, such as CCNA Certification

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation: At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement: As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model: Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.