LAN Administrator

This is a staff-level position at the Prototyping, Manufacturing & Integration Division located in Huntsville, AL.

The individual selected for this position will work as part of a team of technical support staff across the country and will administer all aspects of the LAN operating environment.

The LAN Administrator will also assist with maintaining a classified environment, which will include ISSO duties.

What you’ll do as a LAN Administrator:


* Provide desktop support and technical assistance to end users on a variety of issues.


* Take ownership managing and supporting a small Windows server environment.


* Independently identify, research, and resolve technical problems.


* Troubleshoot PC hardware and software issues.


* Set up and maintain user accounts.


* Manage file, print, and license servers.


* Administer and monitor data backups.


* Monitor and apply security patches and updates in a timely manner.


* Document and maintain IT related procedures.


* Maintain inventory and licensing records for hardware and software acquisitions.


* Assists with special projects and assignments as needed.

LAN Administrator Requirements:


* Minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience, experience supporting desktops/laptops and servers; specifically, with systems running Windows 10 and 11, Server 2016, 2019 and 2022 on a Windows network, including printers and other peripherals.

(Education may be counted in lieu of experience, one year of college is equivalent to two years of experience).


* Experience supporting an array of applications on Windows operating systems including, Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint, email, VPN clients, firewalls, disk encryption, and antivirus software.


* Microsoft Active Directory administration experience


* Experience troubleshooting and repairing hardware and network problems in virtual and physical environments.


* Obtain and maintain SECRET Clearance from the U.S.

Department of Defense and be U.S.

Citizen.


* Must be customer service focused and have excellent time management skills.


* Must be detail-oriented, proactive, well organized, and have ability to prioritize work.


* Requires ability to:
+ Communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
+ Work collaboratively with team members, and on an individual basis

LAN Administrator Preferences:


* Experience with Windows Server 2016 and above


* Experience with Microsoft 365 office applications


* Experience with Veeam backup software


* Knowledge of Cisco VoIP phone administration


* Experience with VMWare vSphere virtualization and administration


* MCSE, A+, Net+, Security+ certifications


* Antivirus and WSUS


* DoD experience


* Understanding of IT security best practices


* Secret Security Clearance – Active or Inactive

Company & Division Information:
Applied Research Associates, Inc.

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