Junior Systems Administrator

Junior Systems Administrator (Microsoft Intune)

Position Type: Onsite
Location: 5757 Decatur Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46241
Program: FTC
Clearance: Public Trust (Candidates may begin prior to adjudication; must be eligible to obtain Public Trust)
Duration: 6 Months (07/20/2026 - 01/19/2027) with potential for conversion to Leidos FTE

Role Summary

Leidos is seeking a Junior Systems Administrator to support a secure, enterprise-scale Federal Trade Commission (FTC) environment. This role requires an experienced systems administrator with strong hands-on Microsoft Intune expertise who can independently manage endpoint administration, desktop support, security compliance, and network-related issues. The ideal candidate is a self-starter capable of owning projects from inception through resolution while supporting mission-critical IT operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and troubleshoot Microsoft Intune-managed environments, including:
  • Device configuration
  • Application deployment
  • Compliance policies
  • Security policies
  • Password controls
  • Device media controls
  • Security hardening
• Implement and maintain Intune policies and endpoint security configurations.
• Manage URL filtering and enterprise network access controls.
• Troubleshoot Windows desktop operating systems, hardware, peripherals, and user issues.
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity issues including DNS, VPN, firewall rules, IP addressing, port restrictions, subnetting, and URL filtering.
• Support Azure Entra and Microsoft Intune environments while maintaining compliance with CIS Benchmarks, STIGs, and enterprise security policies.
• Administer enterprise endpoint management, asset management, and VoIP operations.
• Resolve endpoint security, compliance, and audit readiness issues.
• Utilize Microsoft 365 tools to manage work and documentation.
• Collaborate with desktop support, security, networking, and infrastructure teams while independently driving assigned projects.
• Support FTC hosted applications, contact center operations, website hosting, and data analytics initiatives.
• Participate in onsite support activities and mandatory team meetings.

Required Technical Skills

• Hands-on Microsoft Intune administration in an enterprise environment.
• Experience implementing Intune policies, password controls, device media controls, and security hardening.
• Experience managing application deployment and enterprise endpoint devices using Microsoft Intune.
• Experience managing URL filters.
• Experience administering network access controls using IP, Port, and URL-based filtering.
• Windows enterprise desktop administration and troubleshooting.
• Azure Entra administration and endpoint management.
• Knowledge of CIS Benchmarks, STIGs, and enterprise security compliance.
• Microsoft 365 administration and productivity tools.
• Desktop support, endpoint management, asset management, and VoIP support.
• Strong troubleshooting across desktop, networking, endpoint management, and security domains.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• IP addressing, subnetting, and routing.
• Firewall management experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Fast learner with strong research skills.
• Experience supporting federally regulated environments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field with 3+ years of practical experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of degree (1:1).
• Practical experience managing enterprise desktops in Microsoft Intune environments.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting Windows operating systems in enterprise environments.
• Experience administering IP, Port, or URL-based network access controls.
• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve issues and drive projects with minimal supervision.
• Ability to self-manage work using Microsoft 365 tools.
• Strong ownership mentality and self-starter mindset.
• Must be located near Indianapolis, IN and willing to work onsite.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.

Benefits (employee contribution):

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Rate of pay within the stated range will depend on the qualification of the applicant.