Computer Lab Assistant Jobs in Springfield, VA (NOW HIRING)

Job Type: Full- Time

Workplace Type: Onsite

Clearance: Secret clearance and be able to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Job Summary

Castalia Systems is supporting a U.S. Government customer to provide support for onsite incident response to civilian Government agencies and critical asset owners who experience cyber-attacks, providing immediate investigation and resolution. Contract personnel perform investigations to characterize of the severity of breaches, develop mitigation plans, and assist with the restoration of services. Castalia Systems is seeking a Technical Engagement Network (TEN) Lab Manager with experience in customer service and IT support operations to be a member of the IT support services desk in the customer environment supporting analysts and business continuity of the customer mission.

Roles and Responsibilities

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Applying advanced analytical skills and technical resources at the tactical levels and implementing infrastructure solutions supporting command decision making and execution of mission requirements.
• Support the implementation of new technologies and equipment in the lab environment.
• Assesses network topology and device configurations identifying critical security concerns and providing security best practice recommendations.
• Advises and provides insight on development of lab standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies.
• Provide support for Virtual Private Network (VPN) or Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (e.g., Citrix) to users.
• Provide support for MacOS and iOS to users.
• Provide troubleshooting and triaging assistance for basic to intermediate technical challenges and user issues.
• Monitor and respond to users on IT helpdesk channels and phone lines.
• Assist in the management of user accounts and resetting credentials.
• Maintain and operate customer SAN NetApp data storage area and capabilities using shell and NetApp ONTAP following customer direction and guidance
• Performing implementation of granular access control, and monitor systems for acceptable performance and user accessibility, establish back-ups, and monitor systems security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex storage problems across the enterprise related to storage and replication strategies across local and wide area networks. Monitor channels for storage-related network and system issues and remediate them as they occur.
• Examine and identify efficiencies that can be made to existing procedures, with approval from the customer.

Required Qualifications

• BS Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering or related degree or HS Diploma and 4+ years lab management or systems administration experience.
• Must be able to obtain DHS Suitability.
• 2+ years of directly relevant experience in IT Helpdesk support.
• 2+ years MacOS and iOS experience.
• Must be able to work collaboratively across physical locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance
• Experience with writing technical procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Virtualization automation and optimization.
• Experience with multiple operating systems to include Linux/Unix.
• DoD 8140.01 IAT Level II

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Normal office environment.

Travel

• Less than 5%.

Company Description

Castalia Systems is a proven business partner providing mission critical solutions to the Federal Government. We provide cutting edge solutions from Securing and Managing Data to Systems Engineering and Development. Castalia Systems is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence Design and Application.

With our vast knowledge of our customers needs and relevant technology, our team is able to bring successful solutions to every mission. We are one-upping our competitors by providing premium IT solutions and platforms with cutting-edge technology so its so evident when you compare us with anyone.

Compensation

At Castalia Systems, we provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our benefits include: Medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional training opportunities, and even pet insurance to ensure your furry friends are cared for too. All regularly scheduled employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible to participate in Castalia Systems benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Salary at Castalia Systems is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, position knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $100,000.00 to $104,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Castalia Systems total compensation package for employees.

Disclaimer

Castalia Systems is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, HIV-positive status, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of the company are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.