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Job Summary VSolvit is seeking a skilled System Administrator to support our government customer as part of the NS-DSS Program. This position focuses on maintaining and supporting Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems across both on-premise and cloud environments. The System Administrator will ensure secure, stable, and high-performance operations of infrastructure systems, contributing to system architecture, implementation, and support in accordance with DoD and industry best practices. You will work closely with cross-functional IT and engineering teams to maintain uptime, resolve system issues, deploy patches, and implement new solutions that support mission-critical functions. This role requires a self-motivated professional with strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to security and continuous improvement. As with any position, additional expectations exist. Some of these are, but are not limited to adhering to normal working hours, meeting deadlines, following company policies as outlined by the Employee Handbook, communicating regularly with assigned supervisor(s), and staying focused on the assigned tasks including company meetings, and completing other tasks as assigned. Key Responsibilities System Management and Administration Install, configure, and maintain RHEL and other Linux-based systems, as well as some Windows servers as required Administer user accounts, permissions, and directory services such as Active Directory Apply security patches, system updates, and manage OS hardening in accordance with compliance requirements Monitoring and Troubleshooting Monitor system performance, availability, and resource utilization Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network-related issues; escalate as needed Support incident response and root cause analysis to minimize downtime Networking and Security Maintain and secure network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, and VPNs Monitor and respond to security alerts and implement preventative measures Support compliance with DoD cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF) Cloud and Virtualization Administer and support virtual environments (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) Support deployments in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Collaboration and Documentation Collaborate with QA, DevOps, and Development teams to support CI/CD workflows Maintain comprehensive documentation of systems, procedures, and configurations Provide technical mentorship to junior administrators and support end users Support and Maintenance Participate in on-call rotation and provide after-hours support when necessary Respond to and resolve service desk tickets in a timely, professional manner Support backup and disaster recovery processes Basic Qualifications Associates degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, OR equivalent work experience Minimum of 3 years of experience in system administration in Linux-based environments Experience with: Red Hat Enterprise Linux or similar distributions Windows Server administration Virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN Hands-on experience with system automation tools (e.g., Ansible, PowerShell) Experience with system monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, SolarWinds) Understanding of security principles and patch management CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months) U.S. Citizenship required Must be a U.S. Citizen If applicable: If you are or have been recently employed by the U.S. government, a post-employment ethics letter will be required if employment with VSolvit is offered Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Science, or related discipline 5+ years of system administration experience, particularly in DoD or federal environments Experience with: Active Directory, Group Policy, and Microsoft Exchange Container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Terraform) Firewalls and security appliances (e.g., Cisco ASA, Palo Alto) Familiarity with ITIL practices and frameworks. VMware certification or related credentials. Experience with RMF, STIGs, or NIST 800-53 security standards. Active DoD SECRET Clearance highly preferred. Company Summary Join the VSolvit Team! Founded in 2006, VSolvit (pronounced 'We Solve It') is a technology services provider that specializes in cybersecurity, cloud computing, geographic information systems (GIS), business intelligence (BI) systems, data warehousing, engineering services, and custom database and application development. VSolvit is an award winning WOSB, CA CDB, MBE, WBE, and CMMI Level 3 certified company. We offer a customizable health benefits program that best meets the needs of its employees. Offering may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, long and short-term disability and other insurance products, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401K Retirement Plan options, Tuition Reimbursement, and assorted voluntary benefits. Our goal is to grow together and enjoy the work that we do as a team. VSolvit LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at VSolvit by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for System Administrator roles. 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