Senior Systems Administrator, VDI w/Secret Clearance

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

Certifications:

• Citrix CCA-V or CCP-V certification, and AZ-104 or Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification (both required)
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II baseline certification
• 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.

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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.