Systems Administrator, Lead; Linux​/Windows

Position: Systems Administrator, Lead (Linux/Windows)
Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS, a 100% employee-owned federal contracting company, is seeking a Lead Systems Administrator with strong Linux CLI and Windows administration experience to support a Special Access Program in Arlington, VA.

This role focuses on owning and optimizing enterprise Linux & Windows infrastructure across multiple datacenters, partnering with cybersecurity and engineering teams, and providing Tier III support for systems that cannot fail.

Role includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus in addition to a generous compensation package!

Responsibilities

As a Lead Systems Administrator, you will:

* Support on-premises Linux (60%) and Windows (40%) infrastructure and applications.

* Support on-premises vSphere infrastructure across multiple datacenters.

* Provide Tier III support for production and development environments, managing ticket submission and tracking.

* Monitor resource availability to meet customer requirements, ensuring sufficient hardware, software, and throughput.

* Review and optimize system performance to ensure peak efficiency and reliability for mission-critical applications

* Analyze system resource usage and apply corrective actions when necessary

* Review system and application logs, ensuring completion of scheduled tasks and backups

* Create and manage user accounts, groups, and permissions; maintain local repositories in a Linux-based environment

* Support on-prem and remote Linux-based Oracle database appliances

* Develop and maintain administrative bash scripts for system maintenance and automation

* Proficient in DNS administration

* Document and implement system administration solutions to meet business requirements

Qualifications

* Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility required;
Program Access Request (PAR) submission required after hire

* Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (or additional years of relevant experience considered in lieu of degree)

* 8-10 years of IT Systems Administration that includes 3-5 years of Linux administration

* DoD 8140 IAT Level II cert (e.g., Security+ CE or equivalent)

* Experience designing and maintaining secure, scalable cloud/on-prem platforms (IL5-IL6+)

* Knowledge of STIGs, RMF, and DoD cybersecurity standards

* Knowledge of containerization (Docker/Podman), Ansible for automation, and OpenLDAP

* Experience with virtualization (VMware)

* Strong CLI and Bash scripting experience

NOTE:

U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $/Yr.

- USD $175,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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