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We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator, VDI to join our team supporting the DLA Enterprise IT Architecture (EIA) Support Services task order under JETS 2.0 in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. TekSynap is competing to support the DLA Enterprise IT Architecture Division and Zero Trust PMO within DLA Information Operations (J6/J64) on a JETS 2.0 firm fixed price task order starting December 1, 2026. The task order combines four branches into one team: Directory Services (Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, Exchange), Enterprise Infrastructure Application Support (Citrix VDI), Enterprise Software and Mobility (MDM), and Zero Trust Architecture support. Work spans NIPRNet, SIPRNet and cloud environments at DLA sites nationwide. This position is designated Key Personnel. The candidate selected for the proposal provides a resume and current certifications, signs a Letter of Commitment with TekSynap, and must be available to start December 1, 2026 if TekSynap wins. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience: • Seven years of IT experience, including six years of specialized experience and four years of hands-on experience • Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable. • Willing to sign a Letter of Commitment for the proposal and available to start December 1, 2026 Required Certifications: • Citrix CCA-V OR CCP-V certification AND • AZ-104 OR Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification AND One of the following DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II baseline certification CompTIA Security+ CE CompTIA CySA+ CCNA (which replaced CCNA-Security; DoD announced in December 2021 that the CCNA could be used to maintain IAT I and II requirements for anyone who held CCNA Security) cisco EC-Council CND ISC2 SSCP GIAC GSEC GIAC GICSP AND • Computing environment certification from the current DLA approved Computing Environment Certification List Clearance: • Active Secret clearance; position designated IT-I Critical Sensitive RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide on-site Tier 3 VDI support at DLA Headquarters, including the executive and VIP user suite • Administer Citrix VDI components, images and endpoints, and keep a spare endpoint ready for VIP users • Apply patches and image updates in staged rollouts with rollback ready • Troubleshoot and resolve escalated VDI tickets within SLA and feed recurring issues into weekly trend reviews • Monitor VDI performance and maintain STIG compliance • Document configurations and procedures and support knowledge transfer to the Enterprise Service Desk DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience supporting senior executives in a DoD headquarters environment WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Location: Fort Belvoir, VA (on site, DLA Headquarters) • Type of environment: Office • Noise level: Low • Work schedule: Part time. Day shift, Monday through Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs. • Amount of Travel: Less than 10% WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE U.S. Citizen Secret clearance WAGE INFORMATION Target salary range: $115,000 - $160,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. OTHER INFORMATION Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice This position supports an upcoming government contract proposal and is contingent upon contract award and government approval. Candidates must meet all stated requirements and may be required to sign a Letter of Commitment (LOC). TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers. We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays. Apply now to explore jobs with us! Visit us at www.TekSynap.com . TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment. By applying to a role at TekSynap you are providing consent to receive text messages regarding your interview and employment status. If at any time you would like to opt out of text messaging, respond "STOP". As part of the application process, you agree that TekSynap Corporation may retain and use your name, e-mail, and contact information for purposes related to employment consideration. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact hr@teksynap.com for assistance.

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We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator, VDI to join our team supporting the DLA Enterprise IT Architecture (EIA) Support Services task order under JETS 2.0 in Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
Seven years of IT experience, including six years of specialized experience and four years of hands-on experience
Willing to sign a Letter of Commitment for the proposal and available to start December 1, 2026
Citrix CCA-V OR CCP-V certification
AZ-104 OR Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification
One of the following DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II baseline certification
CompTIA Security+ CE
CompTIA CySA+
CCNA (which replaced CCNA-Security; DoD announced in December 2021 that the CCNA could be used to maintain IAT I and II requirements for anyone who held CCNA Security)
EC-Council CND
Computing environment certification from the current DLA approved Computing Environment Certification List
Active Secret clearance; position designated IT-I Critical Sensitive
Provide on-site Tier 3 VDI support at DLA Headquarters, including the executive and VIP user suite
Administer Citrix VDI components, images and endpoints, and keep a spare endpoint ready for VIP users
Apply patches and image updates in staged rollouts with rollback ready
Troubleshoot and resolve escalated VDI tickets within SLA and feed recurring issues into weekly trend reviews
Monitor VDI performance and maintain STIG compliance
Document configurations and procedures and support knowledge transfer to the Enterprise Service Desk
Location: Fort Belvoir, VA (on site, DLA Headquarters)
Type of environment: Office
Noise level: Low
Work schedule: Part time. Day shift, Monday through Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
Amount of Travel: Less than 10%

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Experience supporting senior executives in a DoD headquarters environment

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