Systems Administrator

Overview

Description

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced Systems Administrator.

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Up to 10% travel.

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator to act as the sole technical contributor supporting a mission-critical environment. This role is ideal for a self-driven professional who can deep-dive into complex issues, work independently, and maintain, optimize, and secure enterprise systems with minimal oversight. Consulting experience is a plus.

• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and individually
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed

• Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Windows Server 2016/2019+, including AD, GPO, and DNS
• Manage and support physical & virtual server systems (hardware, OS, applications, databases)
• Perform system upgrades, patching, and performance optimization
• Administer SAN/NAS enterprise storage solutions
• Support Microsoft Exchange environments (preferred)
• Monitor systems for faults, alarms, and outages; isolate root causes and restore service
• Provide Tier 2 support for escalated issues
• Perform network troubleshooting and apply security updates aligned with DISA standards
• Utilize enterprise tools like SCOM, MECM (SCCM), and monitoring systems
• Plan, install, manage, and administer databases; ensure performance and security
• Build custom SSRS reports, queries, templates, and integrations
• Design, write, and modify software programs or application components
• Create clear, detailed technical documentation
• Manage user accounts, profiles, and access

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science OR Associate’s degree plus seven (7) years of recent specialized experience OR Certification plus seven (7) years of recent specialized experience OR Eleven (11) years of recent specialized experience
• Must hold one (1) of the following certifications:
  CompTIA Security+ (required), CCNA (preferred)

• Minimum of four (4) years of hands-on experience administering Windows Server 2016/2019+, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS
• Experience managing physical and virtual server environments, including hardware, operating systems, and enterprise applications
• Proven ability to perform system upgrades, patching, and performance optimization in a secure environment
• Experience administering SAN/NAS enterprise storage solutions
• Familiarity with Microsoft Exchange administration (preferred)
• Strong background in network troubleshooting and applying security hardening standards (DISA STIG compliance)
• Proficiency with enterprise tools such as SCOM, MECM (SCCM), and other monitoring systems
• Hands-on experience with database administration, including patching, configuration, and backup/recovery planning
• Ability to develop custom SSRS reports, queries, and templates
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation and managing user accounts and permissions

Linchpin Solutions’ professional services organization is committed to delivering qualified candidates that meet or exceed clients’ technical and management expectations. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in IT, engineering, software development, logistics, project management, and other key areas. We provide personnel that become valuable assets to the organizations they serve and contribute to the overall skill diversity and strength of the Linchpin Team.

Linchpin’s success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing the company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create.

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