System Administrator - Andrews AFB, MD

Come join our growing team with a 21st Century Vision At KaylaTek, we understand that the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ. Our focus is not just on jobs, but on building and enhancing your career through ongoing professional development, training, and hi ...

Job description

Come join our growing team with a 21st Century Vision At KaylaTek, we understand that the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ. Our focus is not just on jobs, but on building and enhancing your career through ongoing professional development, training, and high quality of life. Our team members choose KaylaTek for a number of reasons including our competitive compensation and benefit packages, dedication to education, as well as our outstanding service. Our Grow Strong Vision encompasses a place for employees to grow, learn and feel a sense of belonging, not just a place to work.

Employee Benefit Offerings

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, HSA, FSA Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Professional Development Program, Military Leave Support, Referral bonuses and more

Location: Joint Base Andrews (JBA), Maryland

Shift: Day Shift

Certifications required

• Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Intermediate or Advanced) certificate (CompTIA Security+) or Training (DISA-US1390 DCWF Windows Systems Administrator)

Security Clearance

• Active DOD Secret clearance

Essential Job Functions

• Support our Windows infrastructure to include installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades PowerShell and/or Windows tools to continuously review and streamline these processes.
• Implement and maintain system hardening using security compliance tools such as Evaluate STIG, SCAP, STIG Viewer.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues, support root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
• Manage the entire user account lifecycle, including creating, modifying,disabling, and deleting user accounts in Microsoft Active Directory
• Manage security groups, distribution lists, and access permissions for network resources such as file shares, applications, and printers.
• Assist with regular audits of user accounts, group memberships, and access permissions to ensure compliance with company policies and security standards.
• Collaborate with IT security and other teams to implement and maintain identity and access management best practices.
• Maintain PowerShell scripts to automate routine administrative tasks and reporting.
• Create and update technical documentation for Active Directory processes and procedures.

Basic Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, information security or related field
• A minimum of 4+ years of prior relevant work experience; additional years of experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree. (A master's degree (in subjects described above) and three years general experience of which at least two years must be specialized experience, or No degree and eight years general experience of which six years is specialized experience.
• Requires a current 8140 IAT Level II (Intermediate or Advanced) certificate (CompTIA Security+) or Training (DISA-US1390 DCWF Windows Systems Administrator).
• Strong proficiency in PowerShell for Active Directory administration and automation.
• Experience with Active Directory (Microsoft Entra ID) and hybrid identity management.
• Familiarity with identity and access management (IAM) principles and security best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Good communication skills for interacting with both technical and non-technical staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced working at the Pentagon, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB)
• Knowledge of Air Force, Pentagon, and/or AFNCR.
• Microsoft Certified - Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300), AZ-800, or similar)
• Experienced with Server 2019/2022 operating systems.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse teams (software developers, hardware engineers, network specialists, etc.)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

MUST BE A US CITIZEN

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

KaylaTek is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-VERIFY AND BACKGROUND CHECKS

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. KaylaTek participates in the DHS e-Verify program. KaylaTek also conducts a background check on all candidates post offer though PROScreening LLC.