> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2289536-system-administrator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2289536-system-administrator). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# System Administrator

- **Company:** Accenture
- **Location:** Washington, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $78,600.0 - $160,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, Information Systems, System Configuration, DevOps, Monitoring of Systems, Software Engineering, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, User Administration, User Accounts
- **Published:** August 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/190ff623-4c5f-47bf-915e-d2021b01ebf5

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
 * At least 4 years of experience in enterprise system administration and automation.
 * Proficiency in Cloud Operations at an intermediate level.
 * Proficiency in Backup and Disaster Recovery (BDR) at an intermediate level.
 * Proficiency in Asset Management at an intermediate level.
 * Proficiency in Cloud Automation DevOps at an intermediate level.

Security Clearance:

Active Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI, or TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance required, depending on position

## Description

The System Administrator is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and security of the platform infrastructure. The role involves hands-on system administration, managing user accounts, permissions, and system configurations, while adhering to established operational policies. The System Administrator ensures system health, implements monitoring tools, manages backups, and automates routine tasks.

What you do:

 * Perform system administration tasks, including user account management and system configuration.
 * Implement and maintain system monitoring tools and manage backup and recovery systems.
 * Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting and automation tools.
 * Conduct regular system health checks and apply system updates and patches.
 * Troubleshoot hardware and software issues as the primary point of contact.
 * Maintain system documentation and monitor system logs for anomalies.
 * Participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 platform availability.


## Related Videos

- [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure)
- [Tomorrow's cloud data platforms - fully managed database-as-a-service (DBaaS)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/254-tomorrow-s-cloud-data-platforms-fully-managed-database-as-a-service-dbaas)
- [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform)
- [Full-stack role-based authorization in 45 minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/312-full-stack-role-based-authorization-in-45-minutes)
- [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. All of them. How I became sysadmin on Azure, AWS, GCP and Alibaba.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100339-hacking-mssql-on-cloud-all-of-them-how-i-became-sysadmin-on-azure-aws-gcp-and-alibaba)
- [Swapping Low Latency Data Storage Under High Load](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/746-swapping-low-latency-data-storage-under-high-load)

## 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)
- [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology)
- [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)
- [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)
- [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)
- [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers)