Lead Desktop / Client Server Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited college or university, or equivalent work experience.
• 10+ years of experience in Desktop / Client Server Engineering, system administration, or a related IT infrastructure discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a management or team lead role overseeing system engineers and/or system administrators.

• Top Secret security clearance is required with the ability to acquire an SCI.
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) 2012/2016/2019 or modern equivalent (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate).
• CompTIA Security+ CE or Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
• ITIL v3 Foundation certification.
• Exceptional communication skills in English – both written and oral – with the ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and direct a team of technical professionals in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Windows Server environments (2012/2016/2019/2022), including provisioning, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Strong experience with VMware vSphere, VMware Horizon, and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) technologies.
• Proficiency in Active Directory domain administration, including Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and user/group management.
• Solid understanding of ITSM principles and service support functions including incident management, problem management, change management, configuration management, release management, and account management.
• Experience supporting NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities including the creation and maintenance of security documentation, compliance artifacts, and continuous monitoring activities in support of ATO processes.
• Experience maintaining and supporting enterprise architecture frameworks and contributing to planning, documentation, and monitoring of enterprise IT infrastructure.
• Familiarity with data analytics concepts and the ability to support the development of dashboards and reporting solutions that provide predictive and operational insights for organizational leadership.
• Experience providing VIP and executive-level technical support in a professional, responsive, and discreet manner.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to perform root cause analysis and drive resolution of complex technical issues.

• Experience working in a federal government IT environment supporting a bureau or agency-level infrastructure.
• ITIL v3 Intermediate or ITIL 4 Foundation certification.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure or hybrid cloud environments.
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting for automation of administrative tasks.
• Experience with enterprise monitoring and management tools (e.g., SCOM, SCCM/MECM, SolarWinds).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and frameworks beyond RMF, including NIST SP 800-53 controls.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and modern endpoint management solutions such as Microsoft Intune.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management experience.
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) or other advanced security certifications.

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions.

KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery.

We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities.

For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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