SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Job Summary:

The Systems Administrator role includes managing enterprise systems, supporting virtualization environments (VMware), and ensuring uptime and security across diverse IT infrastructure. Candidates should have experience with scripting, troubleshooting, and system upgrades. You’ll also manage system monitoring and maintain documentation in high-availability, secure environments.

Position Description

Overview:

We are hiring a Systems Administrator to provide advanced support for Linux, Windows, and virtualized infrastructure in a dynamic mission-critical environment. This position focuses on systems operations, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and patch management across both cloud and on-premises platforms. You’ll contribute to the stability and security of enterprise systems that enable essential national security functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide Tier 2/3 support for Linux and Windows systems
Monitor and maintain desktops, servers, and network components
Manage virtualization environments (e.g., VMware) and system lifecycles
Perform upgrades, patching, and OS-level enhancements
Troubleshoot and resolve hardware/software issues
Ensure security compliance using STIGs, HBSS, and related tools
Automate system tasks using Bash, PowerShell, or Python scripts
Support backup/recovery strategies and incident response
Maintain system documentation, SOPs, and configuration records

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of enterprise systems administration experience
Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph eligibility
Security+ (or DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days)
Strong experience with Unix/Linux and Windows systems
Proficiency in VMware and scripting for automation

Desired Skills:

Experience supporting IC mission systems
Familiarity with AWS hybrid environments
Knowledge of Red Hat, Solaris, SQL, and backup tools
Experience with ITSM tools and enterprise monitoring platforms

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Benefits

401k w/ Matching
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Flexible Schedule
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Health insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Referral
Performance Bonus
Professional Development Reimbursement
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 “At Meridian Systematics, LLC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success”.

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