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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator, DCO (Colorado Passport Agency) - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Aurora, CO, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $66,000.0 - $106,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Computer Networks, Databases, Data Integrity, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Desktop Computing, Domain Name System (DNS), Information Technology Operations, System Center Configuration Manager, Network Connections, Print Servers, NT File System (NTFS), SQL Databases, TCP/IP, VMware VSphere, Backup and Restore, Office365, System Availability, Information Technology, Cisco, Servicenow - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9013684/systems-administrator-dco-colorado-passport-agency ## About the Role * Bachelors degree and 2 years of experience or a Masters degree and 0 years of experience or an Associates degree and 4 years of experience or a High School Diploma/Equivalent and 6 years of experience. * U.S. citizenship and active Secret Government Security Clearance. * Must have experience as a systems administrator in a Windows-based environment. * Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and operating system issues. * Experience supporting end users in an enterprise IT environment. * Basic understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, DNS, and network connectivity troubleshooting. * Experience with ServiceNow or Remedy Ticket Management System. Desired Qualifications * Knowledge of NTFS and share permissions; distribution/security group management. * Knowledge of DHCP, Print Server and Exchange/O365 management. * Knowledge and understanding of Cisco switching and routing technologies. * Experience with IBML Scanner Appliances. * Active Directory - Users and Computers * Experience with Intermec PM43 Label Printers. * CompTIA A+, Network+, and/or Security+ Certifications. ## Description Peraton provides the customer with enterprise infrastructure support to plan, engineer, implement, enhance, maintain and operate the global consular affairs IT environment., Peraton is seeking a Systems Administrator to join our team supporting the Department of State's Consular Affairs Enterprise Infrastructure Operations (CAEIO) program. The SA provides IT Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support for the hardware, software, and platforms that power consular applications and systems across U.S. Passport Offices and Agencies. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of mission-critical systems serving U.S. citizens worldwide., Core Work Schedule: First shift, approximately 7:30am - 4pm, Monday-Friday. Exact hours to be established by site lead. Day to Day Roles and Responsibilities: * Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain desktop, server, and peripheral COTS/GOTS systems to ensure operational reliability and performance. * Manage deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of hardware, software, and databases-including Consular Affairs applications, SCCM, Active Directory, vSphere, and SQL environments. * Perform data and system backups, restores, and ongoing management of IT infrastructure to ensure data integrity and system availability. * Coordinate and implement hardware/software upgrades, replacements, and decommissioning activities with minimal service disruption. * Administer Active Directory accounts, privileges, and badge logon configurations in accordance with security policies. * Monitor and remediate vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with Microsoft Defender and Department of State cybersecurity standards. * Document configurations, system changes, and performance trends, maintaining accurate technical and topology documentation. * Log, track, and resolve incidents using ServiceNow, collaborating with Government System Administrators and ISSOs to ensure secure, compliant, and efficient IT operations. * Manage inventory of peripherals and support devices, including tracking asset transfers, maintaining accurate documentation, and ordering/replenishing supplies to ensure operational readiness. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Automated MS SQL Server database deployments with dacpacs and Azure DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/334-automated-ms-sql-server-database-deployments-with-dacpacs-and-azure-devops) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)