Windows Desktop Engineer
Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Windows Desktop Engineer at GDIT. Here, youll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, youll make the end users experience your priority and well make your career growth ours.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Windows Desktop Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Windows Desktop Engineer joining our team.
HOW A SYSTEMS ENGINEER ADVISOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Advanced Technical Support:
- Provide third-level support for Windows desktop issues escalated from Tier 1 and Tier 2 support teams.
- Diagnose and resolve complex hardware and software problems.
- Perform root cause analysis for recurring issues and implement permanent fixes.
System Maintenance and Optimization:
- Ensure the stability, security, and performance of Windows desktop systems.
- Apply patches, updates, and configuration changes to maintain compliance and security standards.
Incident and Problem Management:
- Manage and resolve high-priority incidents and problems within SLAs.
- Document resolutions and create knowledge base articles to improve future support processes.
- Conduct post-incident reviews to identify improvements.
Collaboration and Project Support:
- Work with cross-functional IT teams on projects, providing expertise on Windows desktop environments.
- Assist in the design and implementation of new technologies and solutions.
- Participate in planning and execution of system upgrades and migrations.
User Support and Training:
- Provide guidance and training to Tier 1 and Tier 2 support staff.
- Assist end-users with complex technical issues and provide advanced troubleshooting.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of system configurations, procedures, and support issues.
- Generate reports on system performance, incident resolution, and other metrics as required.
WHAT YOULL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Systems Engineer Senior must have:
Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
Experience: 5+ years of related experience in IT support, with at least 3 years in a Tier 2 support role.
Technical skills: Windows operating systems (Windows 10, Windows 11) and related technologies.
Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/Poly
US citizenship required
Required Skills and Abilities: Proficiency with Active Directory, Group Policy, and network configurations.
Preferred Skills:
- Strong understanding of hardware components, peripheral devices, and drivers.
- Experience with system imaging, deployment, and management tools.
- Advanced troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose complex issues.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., PowerShell).
- Knowledge of ITIL framework and best practices.
- Experience with endpoint security solutions.
- Familiarity with cloud services and integration (e.g., Microsoft Azure).
This role may require occasional evening or weekend work to perform maintenance or resolve critical issues. On-call support may be required.
Must be 8570 compliant with a Security + certificate
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and youll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
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