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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator - Mid-Level - **Company:** RCG, Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Backup Devices, Data Integrity, Document Management Systems, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Virtualization Technology, Software Troubleshooting, Reliability of Systems, Information Technology, Performance Monitor, Patch Management, Network Server, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Vmware - **Published:** August 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5ada932de159152d ## About the Role * U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance. * Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. * Minimum 5 years of Systems Administration experience supporting enterprise IT environments. * Experience administering and maintaining Windows-based server environments. * Experience supporting virtual and physical infrastructure. * Experience performing system monitoring, patch management, backups, and disaster recovery activities. * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a remote team environment., * Experience supporting federal government IT environments. * Experience administering virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V. * Experience with Microsoft 365 administration. * Experience with Active Directory administration. * Experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions. * Microsoft, VMware, or related infrastructure certifications. * Familiarity with ITIL service management practices. ## Description RCG is seeking a Systems Administrator to support a federal government customer in a fully remote environment. This role is ideal for an IT professional who enjoys maintaining secure, reliable enterprise infrastructure while collaborating with a distributed team to support mission-critical operations. Although this position is 100% remote, occasional travel to the customer site in Washington, DC may be required for meetings, planning sessions, or operational support. What You'll Do Systems Administration & Infrastructure * Administer, configure, maintain, and support enterprise IT infrastructure. * Manage virtual and physical servers, workstations, and infrastructure appliances. * Ensure the continuous operation, security, and reliability of enterprise systems through proactive monitoring and maintenance. * Perform operating system updates, patch management, and infrastructure maintenance. * Monitor system health, performance, and capacity to ensure optimal availability. * Perform regular backups, recovery testing, and data integrity verification. * Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and infrastructure-related issues. * Support system lifecycle management, including upgrades and infrastructure improvements. Operations & Reporting * Develop and maintain dashboards and operational reports to monitor infrastructure performance. * Document system configurations, procedures, and operational processes. * Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and application teams to resolve technical issues. * Identify opportunities to improve system reliability, operational efficiency, and overall performance. * Participate in continuous service improvement initiatives and infrastructure modernization efforts. ## Related Videos - [RPA in the Public Sector](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/86-rpa-in-the-public-sector) - [Hate organising your photos? 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