Jr. Systems Administrator
Job Location:
Job Location:
McLean, MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
2 days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
The Junior Systems Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day administration maintenance and support of Windows-based information systems cloud services and end-user computing environments. Working under the guidance of senior technical staff the Junior Systems Administrator assists with system deployments user administration endpoint management patch management vulnerability remediation and security operations while ensuring systems remain reliable secure and compliant with organizational policies.
Note this position will begin as a part time role.
This position provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career IT professional to develop expertise in Microsoft technologies cybersecurity cloud administration and enterprise IT operations.
Primary Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Technical Requirements
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to perform the following tasks with minimal supervision:
Preferred Qualifications and Certifications
SecureITSM a division of Paragone Solutions Inc. is an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) supporting DoD contractors who must comply with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements. SecureITSM also supports commercial entities that must maintain a high level of cybersecurity hygiene. SecureITSM offers competitive salaries benefits and a relaxed life-friendly work environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Note this position will begin as a part time role.
This position provides an excellent opportunity for an early-career IT professional to develop expertise in Microsoft technologies cybersecurity cloud administration and enterprise IT operations.
Primary Responsibilities
- Install configure maintain and troubleshoot Windows workstations servers and Microsoft 365 environments
- Administer user accounts in Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) and Active Directory
- Deploy and manage Windows devices using Microsoft Intune
- Provide technical support for hardware software printers mobile devices and end users
- Perform operating system updates patch management and vulnerability remediation
- Monitor system performance endpoint compliance backups and security alerts
- Assist with server upgrades migrations and technology deployments
- Maintain accurate system documentation asset inventories and change records
- Support cybersecurity initiatives and compliance with frameworks such as CMMC and NIST SP 800-171
- Collaborate with senior administrators to troubleshoot issues and improve IT operations
- Travel occasionally to customer sites or company locations (approximately one to two trips per year averaging three days per trip)
Required Qualifications
- Experience in IT systems administration technical support or help desk
- Working knowledge of Windows operating systems and Microsoft 365
- Familiarity with Active Directory and/or Microsoft Entra ID
- Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP DNS DHCP)
- Strong troubleshooting analytical and communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Due to the requirements of this position applicants must be U.S. citizens and authorized to work in the United States.
Technical Requirements
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to perform the following tasks with minimal supervision:
- Configure and deploy Windows 11 workstations in accordance with organizational standards
- Perform a complete Windows 11 operating system reset reinstallation and recovery while preserving or restoring required system functionality
- Build a Windows 11 computer from bare hardware through delivery to the end user including:
- Installing Windows 11
- Applying operating system updates
- Installing hardware drivers
- Configuring BIOS/UEFI settings as required
- Joining devices to Microsoft Entra ID or Active Directory
- Enrolling devices in Microsoft Intune
- Applying security baselines and configuration policies
- Installing and configuring required business applications
- Configuring Microsoft 365 applications and user profiles
- Enabling Microsoft Defender security features
- Verifying device compliance and operational readiness
- Troubleshoot Windows startup operating system hardware driver and application issues
- Install configure and update desktop software and security applications
- Understand Windows file systems user profiles local security settings and system configuration tools
- Utilize PowerShell and administrative utilities to perform common system administration tasks.
- Follow documented build procedures and configuration standards to ensure consistent repeatable workstation deployments
Preferred Qualifications and Certifications
- Experience with Microsoft Intune Microsoft Defender Windows Server Hyper-V or VMware and PowerShell
- Familiarity with vulnerability management and remote monitoring tools
- Experience supporting cloud environments
- Exposure to cybersecurity concepts and best practices
- Experience with ticketing systems such as Autotask ConnectWise or ServiceNow
- Prior military experience is highly desired
- CompTIA A Network or Security
- Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
- Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900)
- Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate
SecureITSM a division of Paragone Solutions Inc. is an IT Managed Service Provider (MSP) supporting DoD contractors who must comply with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements. SecureITSM also supports commercial entities that must maintain a high level of cybersecurity hygiene. SecureITSM offers competitive salaries benefits and a relaxed life-friendly work environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
