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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator - **Company:** INflow Federal - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Software Applications, Unix, Computer Networks, Databases, Data Centers, Data Integrity, Disaster Recovery, Network Administration, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Project Management, System Availability, Information Technology, Network Server - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f6aafa794b5b36bf ## About the Role INflow Federal is seeking a motivated Systems Administrator to ensure the seamless operation, maintenance, and configuration of our organization's computer systems. This role involves close collaboration with both on-site and remote users, offering a dynamic work environment. You will be integral in coordinating site visits, performing upgrades, resolving issues, and providing TIER 2/3 support for Unix/Windows workstations, servers, and other critical IT infrastructure., * Technical Skills: Proficiency in UNIX, Windows, and/or Storage administration. Experience with trouble reporting and tracking systems like Security+. * Availability: Ability to respond to after-hour calls and provide on-call support. Willingness to travel up to 20% to local and other sites. * Local Travel: Position requires 30-75% travel within the Washington Metropolitan area. On occasion can include travel to other CONUS and OCONUS locations. * Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/move/carry equipment up to 40 pounds., * Education/Certifications: Technical training, certification(s), or degree in a related field. * Experience: Minimum of 3+ years in systems administration or a related role. * Certifications: Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent (must be obtained within 90 days of hire). ## Description * System Administration: Manage desktop and server systems across local and wide area networks, including account monitoring, security, OS installations, and related tasks. * IT System Support: Implement, troubleshoot, and maintain IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution. * Technical Support: Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 support for problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution, including escalation and status communication to management and customers. * Software Management: Install and load operating systems and application software, isolate and resolve hardware/software issues, and enhance system performance. * Network Management: Troubleshoot, maintain, and configure network components, ensuring improved reliability and performance. * Software Upgrades: Perform software installations and upgrades to Unix/Windows operating systems, maintain them per policies, and resolve software-related issues. * Database Management: Manage multiple linked databases, ensuring security, data integrity, disaster recovery, and bulk data imports/exports. * Maintenance Coordination: Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of data center equipment and coordinate preventive maintenance with customers. * Backup and Recovery: Collaborate on the development, administration, and testing of backup and recovery plans. * Security Compliance: Ensure system security per STIG guidelines using tools like Retina and HBSS. * Standard Operating Procedures: Maintain operational, configuration, and other SOPs to verify system availability using existing Enterprise tools., * Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver's license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer. * If accommodation is needed with your application or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 703-594-8601. * Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. * Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer. Citizenship Requirements * Please note that INflow Federal is a defense contractor. 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