System Administrator
Listed on 2026-05-29
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Administrator, IT Support, Network Security
Job Title: OAG - System Administrator 3 (Short Term)
Work Type:
Onsite
Location:
Richmond, VA 23219
Start Date: 06/01/2026
End Date: 12/04/2026
Industry Category:
Information Technology / Infrastructure Operations
Employment Type: 1099 Contract, $22 – $42 per hour
Requisition : 802021
Overview
The Virginia Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking two experienced Systems Administrators to support a secure, stable, and high-performing hybrid IT infrastructure environment. This role is responsible for administering enterprise server systems, identity platforms, cloud-integrated services, and operational infrastructure across on-premises and Microsoft cloud environments.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, patch management, system monitoring, backup operations, and infrastructure support within structured IT operations environments. Local candidates are strongly preferred.
Application
This opportunity is classified as urgent with limited vendor submissions permitted. Candidates must be able to interview onsite and work onsite in Richmond, Virginia.
Submission Deadline: 05/29/2026
Job Description
The Systems Administrator will support core Infrastructure & Operations functions for the Virginia Office of the Attorney General. Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure & Operations, this position focuses on operational excellence, system reliability, security compliance, and disciplined execution of infrastructure processes across enterprise systems.
This role partners closely with Network Engineering, Information Security, End User Services, and Application/Data teams to maintain critical infrastructure services, support operational stability, execute maintenance activities, and assist with vulnerability remediation initiatives. The Systems Administrator will contribute to change management, incident response, backup and disaster recovery operations, and continuous improvement efforts within a governance-driven IT environment.
Responsibilities
Infrastructure Administration
- Administer Windows Server environments across on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure
- Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP services
- Support Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online and Entra (Azure AD)
- Maintain enterprise system performance, availability, and configuration standards
- Support file and print services administration
- Perform operating system troubleshooting and maintenance activities
Patch Management & Vulnerability Remediation
- Execute structured server patching and maintenance activities
- Validate patches prior to deployment into production environments
- Coordinate maintenance schedules and communicate operational impacts
- Support vulnerability remediation initiatives aligned with security priorities
- Track patch compliance, remediation status, and maintenance activities
Security & Compliance Support
- Implement infrastructure security controls and support security policy adherence
- Support MFA administration and identity/access management processes
- Assist with system hardening and access control management
- Support logging, monitoring, and security integration efforts
- Participate in compliance and audit-related activities
- Support NIST or similar security framework alignment efforts
Monitoring & Incident Response
- Monitor enterprise infrastructure systems and respond to alerts and incidents
- Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 infrastructure support
- Participate in incident response, escalation, and service restoration activities
- Contribute to root cause analysis and operational improvement initiatives
- Support monitoring tools and operational alert management
Backup & Disaster Recovery
- Administer backup and recovery solutions
- Perform backup validation and restore testing procedures
- Support disaster recovery objectives and operational continuity planning
Change Management & Operations
- Follow structured operational and governance processes
- Execute maintenance windows and infrastructure changes in controlled environments
- Participate in change management and CAB-related processes
- Maintain technical documentation and operational records
- Utilize ticketing and…
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