Systems Administrator II (Domain and Server) (JSF)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

• As the Systems Administrator II (Domain & Server) you will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and support of enterprise IT infrastructure, including Microsoft Server environments and domain services.
• You will support critical systems such as Active Directory, Exchange Server, DNS, and DHCP services, while administering Windows and Linux server environments to maintain performance, security, and availability.
• You will also be responsible for system monitoring, troubleshooting moderately complex technical issues, implementing approved security controls, managing user accounts and permissions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support organizational technology needs.
• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux servers, ensuring system availability, performance, and operational stability.
• Manage the deployment, configuration, maintenance, and patching of operating systems and applications.
• Support virtualization environments (e.g., NUTANIX) to maintain efficient resource utilization and platform reliability.
• Implement and maintain security measures, including access control, system hardening, and vulnerability remediation, in accordance with established policies and compliance requirements.
• Manage storage solutions (SAN, NAS) and support backup and recovery operations.
• Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and disaster recovery planning and execution.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting activities.
• Troubleshoot moderately complex system issues and respond to incidents to ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network, security, and application teams, to support and improve infrastructure operations.

Requirements

• As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.
• In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C).
• Must have an active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility or have an active Top Secret with SCI eligibility; Will be subject to a federal background investigation.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in systems administration, with hands-on experience in both Windows and Linux environments.
• Must hold a current 8570/8140 IAT Level II Certification (CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP) Strong technical knowledge of server administration, domain management, and enterprise infrastructure support.
• Experience managing Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy in enterprise environments.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or similar platforms.
• Experience supporting storage management, including SAN and NAS solutions, and backup/recovery operations.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and hybrid cloud environments.
• Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform for system configuration and management.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk for system performance monitoring.
• Experience with Git for version control.
• Working knowledge of security frameworks, including NIST, FISMA, or DISA STIG compliance.
• Must be able to work independently on assigned tasks while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced enterprise environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on diagnosing and resolving moderately complex system issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Pay

• The salary range for this position is USD $90,000.00/Yr. - USD $110,000/Yr.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• 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.

Pay Transparency

• Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners.
• EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status