Computing Systems Professional

What You Will Do

We are seeking a Computing Systems Professional 1 (CSP-1) to join the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)'s Special Security IT & Cyber Operations (SSO-3) team. In this role, you will support primarily Windows computing for critical classified networks accredited by DOE-IN in support of multiple Strategic Intelligence Partnership Projects. You will be responsible for resolving tough technical issues for a variety of highly skilled scientists in an airgapped environment.

Typical daily duties will include the installation, management, and troubleshooting of Windows 11 client systems, associated networks and applications, and other services. The role also requires close integration with Cybersecurity for process execution in compliance with security requirements and one‑to‑one integration with the Networking, Linux, or Windows teams to cross‑train and build a robust skill set in our environment.

• Experience performing systems administration for Microsoft Windows‑based computing, including configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, including security group management.
• Proven track record working effectively in a team environment, including addressing interpersonal issues and interacting with customers and peers in a professional and responsive manner.
• Demonstrated contributions to the development of IT business processes and procedures.
• Experience in writing technical documentation for IT processes and procedures.
• Experience with administering an IT help‑desk service (customer phone calls, emails, tickets, walk‑ins).

• Experience performing systems administration in a classified environment.
• Experience with endpoint management tools for IT (SCCM, MECM, MDT, Ansible).
• Experience with Cybersecurity endpoint agents (Splunk, ePO / ACAS, Trellix).
• Familiarity with vulnerability remediation.
• Experience with NIST 800‑53 and Security Technical Implementation Guidelines.
• Active Q clearance or DoD Top Secret SCI.

Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Location:

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position Commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year or 2 years.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China‑including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau‑as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually).
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays).
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