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Junior Systems Administrator

Pingwind
Location
Quantico VA
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Systems Administrator
Salary
$54-$75k
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Associate's degree or higher in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 1 to 3 years of system administration or technical support experience
  • Foundational-to-intermediate knowledge of server operating systems, virtualization, enterprise storage, backup/recovery, identity services, and system monitoring
  • Working knowledge of Red Hat/Linux, Windows Server, VMware or comparable virtualization, and Commvault or comparable backup platforms
  • Ability to follow technical procedures, troubleshoot systematically, document work accurately, and escalate issues appropriately
Nice to have
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field
  • RHCSA, Microsoft Windows Server, VMware, or Commvault certification
  • Hands-on experience supporting Active Directory, DHCP, SAN/NAS, virtual machines, and enterprise monitoring tools
  • Experience participating in recovery testing, COOP exercises, or cloud migrations
  • Experience supporting DAF or AFOSI systems and users
What the job really is

The Junior Systems Administrator at Ailani Wind Joint Venture will support the operation and maintenance of various on-premises systems related to NIPR, SIPR, SAP, and AFSCI missions. Daily tasks include performing server and storage administration, monitoring system health, troubleshooting incidents, and assisting with cloud migrations under the guidance of senior administrators.

Benefits
  • Eleven Federal Holidays
  • Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
  • Parental Leave
  • Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is $54-$75k, which may vary based on multiple factors
  • Position involves working under technical oversight, which may limit autonomy
  • Requires active security clearance, which can be a barrier for some candidates
Job score4.4/5
Benefits5/5
Freshness4/5
Career value4/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency5/5

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