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# Systems Administrator IV

- **Company:** Scientific Research Corporation
- **Location:** Norfolk, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,050.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Python (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Windows PowerShell, Rapid Prototyping Process, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Scripting, High Performance Computing, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Docker
- **Published:** July 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9062762/systems-administrator-iv

## About the Role

* Minimum of five years of systems administration experience, with at least two years supporting classified DoD or Intelligence Community (IC) networks (GenSer or SCI)
 * Associates degree in computer science, cyber security, information technology, or related discipline, equivalent experience/certifications is acceptable
 * DoD 8570/8140 Baseline Certification: Active IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, GSEC, SSCP, or CCNA-Security)
 * Must hold, or obtain within 6 months of hire, an OS-specific credential (e.g., Red Hat Certified System Administrator [RHCSA], Microsoft Certified Windows Server Administrator, or equivalent)

 * Active IAT Level III certification (e.g., CISSP, CASP+, or CISA)
 * Robust scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, Python, or Ansible to automate deployments, STIG remediation, and routine health
 * Experience running containerized workloads (Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes) in R&D sandbox environments
 * Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and NIST SP 800-53
 * Experience managing high-performance computing (HPC) clusters or GPU workstation

## Description

* Supporting General Service (GenSer / Secret / Collateral) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) networks
 * Managing, securing, and maintaining critical IT infrastructure supporting government Research and Development (R&D) initiatives
 * Supporting specialized, non-standard engineering software, rapid prototyping, and highly restricted air-gapped or closed-loop networks


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