Description
We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer service oriented Help Desk Analyst to begin an exciting and challenging career with SAIC.
In this role you are responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining operating system workstations and servers, including web servers, in support of business processing requirements. You will perform software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages. You will schedule installations and upgrades and maintains them in accordance with established IT policies and procedures. Monitors and tunes the system to achieve optimum performance levels. Ensures workstation/server data integrity by evaluating, implementing, and managing appropriate software and hardware solutions. Ensures data/media recoverability by implementing a schedule of system backups and database archive operations. Supports media management through internal methods and procedures or through offsite storage and retrieval services. Develops and promotes standard operating procedures. Conducts routine hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines. Develops and maintains a comprehensive operating system hardware and software configuration database/library of all supporting documentation.
Qualifications
Key Qualifications:
Citrix certifications as applicable
Broad knowledge of Network and Server systems with a strong ability to understand complex environments in order to perform a thorough root cause analysis
Knowledge in System Patching and Virus protection Products
Knowledge in distributed backup solutions and procedures of different hardware and software vendors, including but not limited to HP, NetApp, EMC, and Dell hardware, and CA and Symantec software
Must have strong knowledge in enterprise System design including virtualization, SAN, DAS, and NAS Systems, data replication and consolidation
Knowledge of the Network protocol TCP/IP, including sub-netting and routing
Experience in translating business requirements and designs into technical designs
High level of written communication and documentation skills
Experience with Government IS Security C&A processes
Good Technology Messaging Administrator
Good Technology Messaging experience preferred
MS Exchange certifications Desirable
Broad knowledge of Network and Server systems with a strong ability to understand complex environments in order to perform a thorough root cause analysis
Knowledge in System Patching and Virus protection Products
Knowledge in distributed backup solutions and procedures of different hardware and software vendors, including but not limited to HP, NetApp, EMC, and Dell hardware, and CA and Symantec software
Must have strong knowledge in enterprise System design including virtualization, SAN, DAS, and NAS Systems, data replication and consolidation
Knowledge of the Network protocol TCP/IP, sub-netting and routing
Experience in translating business requirements and designs into technical designs
High level of written communication and documentation skills
Experience with Government IS Security C&A processes
Position Requirements:
U.S. CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
A+ Certification or higher required
Security+, Network+, HDI or ITIL certifications desired
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field degree and two (2) years of relevant work experience or equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree.
Must be able to obtain a DOE Q clearance
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
Overview
SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are more than 26,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a respectful work culture based on diversity, equity, and inclusion that values all contributors. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
