Operations 24x7 Support - Special Operations | TS/SCI - Blackspoke
Springfield, VA
About the Job
Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation's safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats. Be part of an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the nation's most critical intelligence organizations. Your work directly impacts national security and global issues, you will have the chance to contribute to missions that are of paramount importance to the United States and its allies, know that that the environments and programs you support are making a difference on a global scale. Our customers operate at the forefront of technology, dealing with some of the most advanced defense, geospatial, and intelligence systems in the world.
What you will be working on (Job Description):
Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Administrator with Blackspoke. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At Blackspoke, you'll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.
As a Systems Administrator, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a TS/SCI cleared Systems Administrator joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA.
How a Systems Administrator Will Make an Immediate Impact:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the integration of new services, overseeing their successful adoption into the program. Also serve as the Operations POC for those new (or special) services.
- Lead and manage the integration of operations across all technical service engineering lanes, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficiency.
- Provide strategic managerial support to the Operations Support Leadership team (Operations Services Manager & Ops 24x7 Lead), enhancing the team's performance and service delivery.
- Utilize your ITIL services management and project management familiarity to streamline processes and methodologies within the team.
- Provide technical surge support in the following areas: Proactive SLA/AQL Compliance, Systems administration of virtual servers and services.
- Remote Access Support, including tier-2 VDI administration.
Shift Hours:
- Mon-Thu 0600-1600ET
- Tue-Fri 0600-1600ET
How We Will Train You:
Our professional development program, OPS V4, offers resources designed to strengthen both technical and leadership skills. This program covers technical services, operations management, and leadership development, along with certifications such as ITILv4, IT Support, and leadership tracks for leads and managers.
What you will bring to us (Required Skills):
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and over 5 years of related experience in systems administration in an operational IT support environment.
- Systems administration experience in a virtual environment. Experience with Linux-based operating systems is a plus.
- ITIL v4 certification and a deep understanding of project management processes and methodologies.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies (ScrumMaster, SAFe, etc.).
- DoD 8140 IAT Level II Compliance or higher is required.
- Working experience with ITSM software suites, preferably ServiceNow.
- Eligibility for a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Would be nice if you bring the following (Highly Desired):
- Experience working in a virtual enterprise environment.
- Strong leadership and strategic planning skills, with a focus on delivering results and fostering innovation.
What you will get:
- The opportunity to work on critical high-impact projects that contribute to national security.
- A high-growth environment with numerous opportunities for professional growth.
- A collaborative team environment that values innovation and efficiency.
- A competitive benefits package that underscores our commitment to attracting and retaining top talent.
Location: NCE - Springfield, VA
US Citizenship Required with Active Clearance.