Technology and Systems Administrator Job Portsmouth area,Virginia USA,IT/Tech

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and detail-oriented Technology & Systems Administrator to support our operations in Portsmouth, VA
. This is an onsite position.

In this role, you will be involved in managing critical infrastructure inventory and asset collection project for 50+ key U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) sites. This position requires extensive travel and hands‑on work to identify, document, and assess facility‑related control systems. The ideal candidate will be a self‑starter with a strong technical aptitude and the ability to work independently in various industrial environments.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Travel to assigned USCG facilities based on defined criticality within geographical regions to conduct a physical inventory of all facility‑related control systems and associated hardware/software
Accurately identify and document equipment details, including manufacturer, model, serial number, firmware version, operating systems and physical location
Enter all collected data into a Configuration Management (CM) tool, ensuring data integrity and accuracy
Run pre‑defined scripts to gather system information on control system workstations and servers
Work closely with on‑site facility engineers and points of contact to locate equipment and understand system configurations
Provide informal training and guidance to on‑site personnel regarding cybersecurity hygiene and best practices for Operational Technology
Prepare and submit regular reports on inventory status, site visit summaries, and any identified issues or discrepancies
Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 75% or more) to various sites across the United States
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and solve problems as they arise on‑site

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field
3+ years of relevant System Administration experience
2+ years of hands‑on experience with Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Operational Technology (OT), SCADA, or Building Automation Systems (BAS); this includes familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and other control system components
Experience running command‑line scripts, troubleshoot basic network connectivity, and understand IT/OT system architecture

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with and train both technical and non‑technical personnel
Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate data collection and entry into the configuration management tool

Clearance Requirements:

Must have a current and active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Physical Requirements
:

The person in this position must be able to walk extensively, climb ladders/stairs, and work in various industrial environments (hot, cold, noisy).
Must be able to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.

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