Full-Time

Systems Administrator Senior

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General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense products and services

Compensation Overview

$85k - $115k/yr

Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Savannah, GA, USA

On Customer Site in Fort Eisenhower/Fort Gordon, GA

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
System Administration
IT & Security
Requirements
  • Active Directory (AD)
  • Computer Servers
  • Microsoft Windows Server
  • 10 + years of related experience
  • US Citizenship Required
  • Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI
  • DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II/8140 Computing Environment (CE) Certification
  • IAT II 8570/8140 Baseline Certification Security+ or equivalent
  • Computing Env: MSCA 2016, Microsoft Azure Administrator or equivalent (Must obtain the full AZ104 Microsoft Azure Administrator within 180 days from start date)
  • 6 years of IT experience with 1-2 years of hands on experience administering a Virtual Desktop Integration
  • Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in network administration and support
  • Knowledge of related hardware and software
Responsibilities
  • Plan, design, and build system images with operating systems and key mission applications to support training and operations
  • Updating and patching Windows Gold/Master/SHB image
  • Test and provision systems with necessary drivers
  • Integrate applications with enterprise and organizational services and licensing
  • Install, provision, and manage license hosts to support floating/concurrent licensing with various applications
  • Identify and analyze system errors; work with users and vendors to resolve
  • Orchestrate patching, updates, and application deployment using organizational tools such as System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM), and BigFix
  • Deploy and manage Elastic Sky X integrated (ESXi) Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) for virtual servers and desktops including Virtual Graphics Processing Unit (vGPU) profiles
  • Work closely with System Administrators (SA), Information System Owner (ISO), and Information System Security Officer (ISSO), to integrate compliance agents, patches, and STIGs in accordance with government standards, the Risk Management Framework, and various controls and overlays
  • Create, manage, and deploy desktop pools on VMware Horizon
  • Patching and upgrading Horizon View
  • Enhancing and fine-tuning performance on VDI desktop
  • Securing VDI desktop policies in Active Directory and DEM (Device Endpoint Manager)
  • Develops advanced technical solutions for the management of networks, software, hardware, configurations, and architectures
  • Develops training materials for end users on the proper use of hardware and software
  • Monitors and tunes systems to achieve optimum performance levels
  • Leads efforts to ensure data/media recoverability by following a schedule of system backups and database archive operations
  • Develops performance and security plans for computers that meet the needs of network users
  • May coach and provide guidance to less-experienced professionals
Desired Qualifications
  • Candidates must be willing and able to attain a CI Polygraph for certain positions as determined by the contract
  • Position may require lifting of objects (i.e. IT Hardware), reaching/bending/kneeling (i.e. plug in cables) and other moderately strenuous activity
  • Travel may be required to support the mission

General Dynamics operates in the aerospace and defense sector, providing essential products and services for national and global security through four main divisions: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems, and Technologies. The Aerospace division manufactures high-performance business jets, while Marine Systems focuses on advanced naval vessels. Combat Systems produces land and amphibious combat vehicles and weapons, and Technologies offers IT services and cybersecurity solutions. The company stands out by integrating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems into its offerings, aiming to enhance effectiveness and lead in defense technology.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

1952

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased defense budgets may lead to more contracts for marine and combat systems.
  • Growing demand for cybersecurity aligns with General Dynamics' focus on cybersecurity services.
  • Expansion of autonomous vehicle technology enhances General Dynamics' combat systems offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in business jets from emerging Asian manufacturers like COMAC.
  • Potential submarine production delays due to supply chain issues affecting critical components.
  • Growing environmental regulations may increase operational costs for Gulfstream.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics excels in integrating AI and autonomous systems into defense products.
  • Gulfstream's G800 is the world's longest-range business aircraft with enhanced performance.
  • The company offers comprehensive C4ISR systems, enhancing military communication and intelligence capabilities.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Professional Development Budget

Company News

PR Newswire
Apr 16th, 2025
Gulfstream G800 Earns Faa And Easa Certifications

World's Longest-Range Business Aircraft Certified with Enhanced Performance CapabilitiesSAVANNAH, Ga., April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gulfstream Aerospace Corp., a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that the all-new Gulfstream G800, the world's longest-range business aircraft, has earned type certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) along with certification from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and has done so with even greater performance capabilities than originally anticipated

PR Newswire
Mar 25th, 2025
General Dynamics Electric Boat Awarded $1 Billion Contract Modification For Long Lead Time Material For Virginia-Class Submarines

GROTON, Conn., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Electric Boat, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), announced today it has been awarded a $1 billion undefinitized contract modification allowing Electric Boat to purchase long lead time materials for Virginia Class Block VI submarines as detailed in the U.S. Department of Defense contract announcement

The Defense Post
Mar 24th, 2025
General Dynamics Unveils Air Defense Variant of Pandur 6x6 Combat Vehicle

General Dynamics unveils Air Defense variant of Pandur 6x6 combat vehicle.

PR Newswire
Mar 14th, 2025
Gdit Announces Strategic Collaboration Agreement With Aws

Collaboration will deliver comprehensive cloud, AI and cybersecurity solutions to drive digital modernization, deliver efficiencies and advance government missions  FALLS CHURCH, Va., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT), a business unit of General Dynamics, announced today that it has expanded its technology partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) through a new Strategic Collaboration Agreement to drive digital modernization, deliver efficiencies and advance government missions

MarketBeat
Mar 6th, 2025
Aigen Investment Management LP Invests $4.94 Million in General Dynamics Co. (NYSE:GD)

Aigen Investment Management LP invests $4.94 Million in General Dynamics Co. (NYSE:GD).