Agile defense

Windows Desktop Administrator – Associate

Fort Huachuca, AZ Full Time
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 1486

LCAT: System Administrator

Corporate Job Title: System Administrator I

Job Title - Careers Page: Windows Desktop Administrator - Associate

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Full-Time, 40hr/week

Location: Fort Huachuca, Arizona

Clearance Level: Secret Clearance

Required Certification(s):

· Must have Security+ CE certification prior to hire

· Must acquire Microsoft desktop certification, MD-102 (or higher), AZ-900 (or higher), or CompTIA A+, within 6 months of hire

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Be a self-motivated system administrator to provide enterprise desktop support for the Army in a fast paced and demanding environment

• Build and configure Windows-based systems in support of highly visible mission areas

• Proactively and efficiently administer desktops using enterprise toolsets such as MCM, VMware Mirage, VMware Horizon, etc.

• Effectively troubleshoot complex technical issues

• Ensure desktop configuration compliance with DoD and Army regulations

• Document technical troubleshooting efforts

• Participate in rotational on-call duties to provide after-hours support

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

· Must have Security+ CE certification prior to hire

· Must acquire Microsoft desktop certification, MD-102 (or higher), AZ-900 (or higher), or CompTIA A+, within 6 months of hire

· HS + 2 years of experience in technical field, AA/AS, or BA/BS, to include up to one year of hands-on Windows desktop administration

· Experience with Windows 10 and Windows 11 administration

· Experience with physical and virtual (VMware) desktops

· Experience with zero client environment

· Ability to effectively troubleshoot complex technical issues

· Ability to research and develop creative solutions to unique problems

· Knowledge of networking concepts

· Ability to create and/or modify scripts (batch, PowerShell)

· Ability to document technical troubleshooting efforts

· Proficiency with Windows Active Directory services

· Familiarity with McAfee Host Based Security System (HBSS)

· Familiarity with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (MCM)

· Familiarity with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

· Knowledge of DISA STIGs and IAVAs

· Be able to effectively communicate with team members and customers

· Work independently and as a team member; set priorities and organize work to meet deadlines

· Willing to work overtime, holidays, and weekends as necessary

· Familiarity with Intune and Azure preferred

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Prior military IT operations experience at the Brigade level or higher

· Attention to detail and the ability to remain calm under pressure

 

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, BACKGROUND, AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

 

· Must have Security+ CE certification prior to hire

· Must acquire Microsoft desktop certification, MD-102 (or higher), AZ-900 (or higher), or CompTIA A+, within 6 months of hire

· HS + 2 years of experience in technical field, AA/AS, or BA/BS, to include up to one year of hands-on Windows desktop administration

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

· Working conditions are normal for an office environment.

· Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.

· May require periods of non-traditional working hours including consecutive nights or weekends (if applicable)