Systems Administrator

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administration of servers, workstations, and network infrastructure to ensure reliable operations.
• Implement and monitor system backups, patching, updates, and configuration changes to maintain security and system integrity.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, administrative changes, incidents, and resolutions.
• Support IT infrastructure projects, including upgrades, deployments, and system integrations.
• Collaborate with the IT Systems Manager to identify opportunities for system improvements and contribute to long-term IT planning.
• Ensure all IT operations comply with organizational cybersecurity policies, Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, and security best practices. THE SKILLSET:

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Possess a DoD Manual 8140.03 or DoD Directive 8570.01 Information Assurance Technical II certification or able to obtain one within 6 months of hire (e.g., CompTIA Security+); higher or additional certifications (e.g., Microsoft, Red Hat, VMware) are a plus.
• Proficiency with Windows and Linux administration, networking fundamentals, and troubleshooting complex IT issues. •
• Experience with account management, permissions, patching, imaging, and system hardening.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment.
• Candidate must be a United States citizen and capable of maintaining Security eligibility up to the Top Secret/SCI level within 45 days of hire.

Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on system administration experience, preferably in a DoD or highly-regulated IT environment.

Benefits