Apex Systems is looking to hire an IT Specialist to join our team in Quantico, VA on a long term contract. If you are interested and in the market, please follow up with an updated resume to Courtney Moody at [Click Here to Email Your Resume] and a good time and number you would be available for a call. Title: IT Specialist Senior Location: Quantico, VA Description: Respond to changing priorities utilizing the desktop support (CSR) and (SRM) skill sets and also have best practice experience in Active Directory, Windows 10, Microsoft Office 2013 and File Share Management as well as cellular phone support. Printer and peripheral diagnostic and repair support duties will also be required. Have a working experience and knowledge with VTC systems, both IP and ISDN-based. Comprehend and address IT related issues related to Wide and Local Area Networks (Wan/LAN), IP addressing, Domain Name Services, Microsoft Outlook/Exchange Messaging. Track and assist all designated customers in the command in tracking and reporting trouble tickets that are submitted via the Remedy helpdesk system. Assist the USMC File Share Manager in creating/deleting of security groups and mail distribution lists as well as granting folder access. Duties: Under broad direction, oversee and perform advanced systems installation, operation, integration, and troubleshooting in order to maintain optimum information technology system operations. Design and oversee upgrades and new installs of information technology systems and services ensuring coordination with Cyber Security Specialist. Perform Tier III upgrades of networking systems, information technology systems, and storage networking. Perform Tier III troubleshooting, optimization, and performance management of Internet Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and routing protocols. Integrate enterprise, regional, and local IT systems ensuring current network operations are sustained or oversee their recovery. Knowledge of Internet Protocol version 6 (IPv6), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtual Private Network (VPN), and Network Address Translation (NAT). Requirements: Be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance 10+ years of experience IAT Level II (CCNA-Sec, GISCP, GSEC, Sec+ or SSCP) Possess a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP), Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) or a Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification. EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, 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