User Support Technician - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Location: USA VA Fort Belvoir - Fort Belvoir (VAC053)
Full Part/Time: Full time
Job Req: RQ192540
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
Systems Administration
Job Qualifications:
Skills:
Computer Systems, End User Support, Information Technology (IT) Services, Trouble Ticketing
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
Hours: Monday - Friday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM (on call support on weekends)
Join GDIT and be a part of the team of men and women that solve some of the world's most complex technical challenges. The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Defense Stockpile Management Systems (DSMS) support is searching for a User Support Specialist to join their team in Fort. Belvoir, VA.
DTRA is the Executive Agent for the Joint Staff Nuclear Weapons Stockpile Manager and is assigned the responsibility for maintaining the DoDs national nuclear weapons stockpile database using the Defense Integration and Management of Nuclear Data Services (DIAMONDS) application.
Description Summary:
Central focal point for all communications with external customers and, working closely with System Administrators, Field Support Technicians, and Software Developers, to provide seamless support to all users.
Responsibilities:
- Provides immediate support on all nuclear weapons accountability issues identified by users
- Provides business hour network monitoring, and 24/7 call-in support (on-call support on weekends)
- Ensures all problems reported by end users have been adequately documented and controls exist so only authorized staff can archive the end users' entries, as well as, determine if there are sufficient controls to escalate issues according to priority
- Performs user account management per the Account Management Plan
- Performs advance software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages
- Supports developing DIAMONDS applications training lesson plans, for initial user and follow-on educational or refresher training distributing copies (hardcopy/electronic) of training materials, and conducting training either on-site or over-the-phone
- Provides technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, and software; respond to queries, run diagnostic programs, isolate problems, and determine and implement solutions
- Accessing databases using Toad for Oracle and Oracle SQL Plus to research and rectify nuclear weapons accountability issues
- Provides system updates and statuses to Government leadership via daily stand up meeting with PowerPoint slides and Analysis of Alternatives PowerPoint briefings as needed
- Operates and maintains the necessary procedures, hardware, network connections, and software required to monitor all DSMS systems and trouble tickets from users
- Provides technical assistance and support for incoming queries and issues related to computer systems, software, and hardware; walk customers through problem-solving process; follow up with customers to ensure issue has been resolved
- Collects and evaluates incident reporting practices and operations
- Manages IT incidents and problems in general accordance with IT service management principles such as ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library)
Requirements:
- Required: Nuclear Accountability or reporting experience
- Required: DOD 8570 IAT Level II (ex. CCNA-Security, Security + CE, CND, etc.)
- Required: Security Clearance: Fully adjudicated Secret to start w/TS SCI eligibility
- Education and Experience: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, 5+ years of experience
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
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The likely salary range for this position is $105,622 - $132,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options:
Hybrid
Work Location:
USA VA Fort Belvoir - Fort Belvoir (VAC053)
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.
We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation's most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.
GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.
Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.
General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.
Who We Are Looking For
General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization. We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.
Should I Apply?
At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!
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