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# Systems Administrator (6773)

- **Company:** METROSTAR, INC.
- **Location:** Reston, VA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Software Vulnerability Management, Change Tracking, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology, Patch Management, Network Server, Vulnerability Analysis, User Accounts
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3341882644&tx=DT10798UYV&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. *(High school diploma+ 7 yrs Linux system administration experience may be substituted for degree)
 * Minimum of 3 years of experience administering Linux enterprise IT systems.
 * Proven experience as a System Administrator operating within an AWS environment.
 * Hands-on experience supporting Department of War (DoW) or U.S. Air Force IT environments.
 * Experience administering Linux operating systems (AWS Linux, Ubuntu) as well as Microsoft Windows Server environments.
 * Must have extensive experience hardening servers and applications in accordance with DISA STIGs.
 * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manipulate operating system components and optimize performance.
 * Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
 * Must meet DoD 8140 qualification requirements. (e.g., Security + CE)
 * Active Secret security clearance required.

SALARY RANGE: $90,000 - $100,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:

 * The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
 * The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
 * Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation

## Description

* Monitor the health, performance, and availability of AWS-hosted Linux and Windows servers, responding to alerts and troubleshooting issues before they impact operations.
 * Perform routine system administration tasks, including patch management, software updates, vulnerability remediation, and system maintenance activities.
 * Harden servers and applications in accordance with DISA STIG requirements, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and maintaining secure system baselines.
 * Review vulnerability scan results, develop remediation plans and POA&Ms (Plans of Action and Milestones), and coordinate corrective actions with technical teams.
 * Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities by collecting compliance evidence, documenting security controls, and helping maintain authorization requirements.
 * Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls, ensuring proper system access while adhering to established security protocols.
 * Maintain configuration management standards by validating server configurations, documenting changes, and ensuring systems remain compliant with approved baselines.
 * Troubleshoot hardware, software, and interoperability issues, working with engineers and cybersecurity personnel to quickly resolve incidents and minimize mission impact.
 * Execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures, helping ensure system resilience and continuity of operations.
 * Create and update technical documentation, SOPs, and knowledge articles to support operational consistency and knowledge sharing.
 * Collaborate regularly with Air Force stakeholders, cybersecurity teams, cloud engineers, and system administrators to support continuous monitoring, infrastructure modernization efforts, and mission success.


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