SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR - Apex Systems is looking for a Systems Administrator who will be responsible for providing desktop and server field support to the user community of government/contractor personnel within a Department organization. * Operational support includes daily server maintenance, along with client/server patch management, anti-virus, and data backup solutions for the assets associated with department servers. * The Systems Administrator will be expected to develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all routine Systems Administration functions to assure security requirements and operational goals are met. * This team environment involves working with other system managers as well as developers and analysts. Support consists of troubleshooting hardware, software, and network related issues encountered by the supported users. * Most hardware support includes Windows based client servers, as well as assisting with common access cards (PKI support). * Software support includes Windows operating systems, Windows Server 2008, as well as server based GOTS and COTS software including Citrix, Cognos, and Actuate. Additional responsibilities include: * The installation of new software releases, system upgrades, and evaluation of new programs to address software requirements. * Assist with the maintenance of the security accreditations on the supported organization's IT equipment. * Develop IT related procedures and assess future IT needs of the organization and provide recommendations. * Monitor system configurations to ensure data integrity. * Assist in the preparation of a monthly progress report. Requirements * Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a computer related or mathematical discipline from an accredited institution and two (2) to five (5) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and administration of stand-alone computer systems, local area networks (LANs), and/or wide area networks (WANs). Additional Requirements: * MCSE is a plus. * Must be DoD 8570 IAT level II compliant. * Requires a strong understanding of current Microsoft supported Windows operating systems. * Must demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills, strong analytical and problem solving skills. * Must have a comprehensive understanding of the installation, maintenance and administration of computer systems in a LAN environment is required. * Must demonstrate the ability to multi-task and teach or assist others to resolve related issues. * A high level of competency in both written and oral communications skills is strongly desired. * Familiarity with the Department of Defense networking and security accreditation requirements is required. * A working knowledge of Windows Active Directory. * A working knowledge of current NMCI policies and procedures such as support for the NMCI S&T user configurations is a plus; but not required. * Must have a demonstrated ability to interface effectively with the Navy to develop and support technical positions and to justify technical recommendations. * Must possess the ability to easily transition from working in a team environment to working independently while continuing to meet multiple task deadlines. * Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. EEO Employer Apex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at 844-463-6178