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COMPANY OVERVIEW

XCEL Engineering, Inc. is an award-winning small business that provides trusted information technology, engineering, consulting and project management solutions and services to federal agencies and organizations. Originally founded in 1971 by professional engineers at the University of Tennessee, XCEL was acquired in 2003 by U.S. Army and Navy veterans and in 2023 became a MartinFed company.

XCEL Engineering is a part of IT Lab Partners (ITLP) which was created to support a leading research facility in the East Tennessee region in recruiting the best and the brightest technical talent. Considering joining our impressive team today!

JOB OVERVIEW

Xcel Engineering is seeking a Windows Systems Management Engineer to join our team of talented and diverse individuals.Client is responsible for a broad range of IT services including business systems operations, network and telecommunications, RandD systems engineering, customer service, applications development, cyber security, project management, planning and architecture.The group manages 14K+ client and server systems in a highly dynamic research community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Engineer solutions to improve productivity, flexibility, and security for computing resources
• Optimize automated solutions for deployment of applications, operating systems updates, third party updates, and configuration changes
• Assist with the highest level of troubleshooting as needed, working with manufacturers, vendors, support staff, and customers
• Create and maintain internal operating procedures and end user documentation

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• US Citizen with eligibility to obtain a security clearance.
• 8+ years supporting Windows systems and proven 5 + years managing Windows systems.
• A bachelor's degree in a computer, engineering, or science-related discipline is preferred. However, practical experience is more important than educational background, particularly for candidates with five or more years of practical experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Extensive experience scripting using PowerShell
• Expert experience troubleshooting all versions and variations of Windows, in their installation, configuration, management and operations
• Strong understanding of a Microsoft SCCM infrastructure to maintain and manage Windows systems
• Expert Group Policy management experience
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English
• The ability to work occasional extended and weekend hours to resolve urgent problems or meet critical milestones is required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A background applying configuration/hardening guidelines (DISA, CIS, etc.)
• Understanding of operating system deployment
• A broad familiarity of management solutions for power management, AV, health monitoring, and cyber security
• Experience working in a science or technology environment is desired

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Inside office environment.
• Working on a computer for long periods of time.
• May involve long period of sitting at a desk.
• The work environment is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures.

OTHER DUTIES

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.

Xcel Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characte istics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Xcel Engineering's current openings as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 855.212.1810. Thank you for your interest in Xcel Engineering.

All positions at Xcel Engineering, Inc. are contingent upon passing both a background check and drug screening prior to a start date and are subject to random drug screenings during the employment period. In addition, Xcel Engineering is an E-Verify employer.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://www.applicantpro.com/j/3147318-799165