Job Title: Systems Administrator (2nd shift), TS/SCI w/Polygraph
Company Name:
General Dynamics IT
Location:
McLean, VA
Position Type:
Full Time
Post Date:
01/07/2026
Expire Date:
02/24/2026
Job Categories:
Engineering, Information Technology
Job Description
Systems Administrator (2nd shift), TS/SCI w/Polygraph
General Dynamics Information Technology has an immediate opening for a Systems Administrator.
The candidate is a systems administrator with a strong aptitude to troubleshoot Tier 1 technical problems in real-time both independently and within a team environment. The selected candidate will work a shift to support 24/7 operations alongside various teams and perform technical activities that impact the health, maintenance, and running of systems, software, and applications, including our FMV exploitation capabilities: the Multi-INT Analysis and Archiving System (MAAS).This position requires 2nd shift work - 2:00pm - 10:00pm.
HOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
Work with collaborative teams to support technical activities that impact mission critical systems, software, and applications
Drive innovation to modernize technology and improve operations
Drive resolutions for system interdependencies/issues
Identify, recommend, and problem solve system issues to ensure systems, software, and applications are properly configured and running to meet customer needs
Support team members, end users, and other engineer teams with a focus on communicating effectively across all stakeholders in a 24/7 operational environment
Follow industry and department trends and developments to ensure services are consistent with/superior to industry best practices
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
The position requires an active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
This position is for 2nd Shift: 2:00pm - 10:00pm
The position requires three (3) years of related experience
Bachelors or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, OR equivalent three (3) years job-related experience
MS Windows 10, Server 2016, Server 2019, SQL Server 2014/ 2016/ 2019
MS Office Suite 2016, Symantec Anti-Virus, Veritas Back-up Exec, Mediawiki
Jira ticketing system
Basic windows script knowledge and ability to understand a batch file. This includes following the path of the configuration in the batch file; creating your own batch files to perform desired tasks; and troubleshooting batch files to see where they may be broken.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, a self-starter who does not need training in system administration/Tier 1 support fundamentals, and flexible enough to work on a variety of different tasks and technologies.
Experience with MAAS, Video processing and distribution experience, and SOP creation and maintenance is highly desirable.
The position is on customer site
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications