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# Senior Systems Administrator-VDI

- **Company:** Tetrad Digital Integrity LLC
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $115,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Cyber Security, Linux, Desktop Virtualization, Issue Tracking Systems, Linux Servers, Networking Basics, Solaris (Operating System), TCP/IP, Virtual Environment, Servicenow, Vmware
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us827192a172ffc328cd33754a4306674f

## About the Role

* Active Top Secret/SCI is required.
 * Bachelor's degree and/or 8+ years of overall related experience with a Windows/Linux server environment. Additional experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree.
 * Windows, Linux, and Solaris Server experience with expertise in at least one.
 * Extensive experience working with virtual environments using VMware and VDI practices.
 * Currently possess DoD 8570 certification at least IAT level II, e.g. Security+ CE., * Integration of cyber security tools and systems with network performance, trouble ticketing, and security subsystems.
 * Thorough knowledge of networking principles to included TCP/IP.
 * Experience with a ticketing system such as ServiceNow

## Description

TDI is seeking a VDI Systems Administrator to support a DISA contract. The administrator will provide support for assigned systems supporting Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS).
This position is onsite 5 days/week in Fort Meade, MD and requires an active TS/SCI clearance.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

 * Provide Senior level expertise for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environment.
 * Lead as the Subject Matter Expert on all VDI related issues/needs.
 * Provide support for ticket escalation on major outages.
 * Provide strategic leadership and input with development partners to ensure customers understand emerging needs and technological advancements.
 * Lead the onboarding and standup of new enclaves and environments as needed.
 * Interact with Tier III support and evaluate vendor products.
 * Develop and monitor policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
 * Create, maintain, and implement detailed documentation and maintain standard operating procedures.
 * Provide coaching and review the work of lower-level technical staff.


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