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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator - **Company:** Gridiron IT Solutions LLC - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Apple Mac Systems, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, C Sharp (Programming Language), Ubuntu (Operating System), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Networks, Amazon DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, Monitoring of Systems, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Python (Programming Language), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), OpenLDAP, OpenShift, Performance Tuning, Prism (Software), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Wide Area Networks, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Okta, HybridCloud, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Data Management, Nutanix, Cloud Optimization, Api Gateway, Puppet, Terraform, Splunk, Devsecops, Serverless Computing, Cisco, Docker, Vmware, Microservices - **Published:** September 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9186227/systems-administrator ## About the Role Extensive experience supporting Windows, Linux, and hybrid-cloud environments. Expertise with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Strong knowledge of system monitoring, disaster recovery, backup solutions, and performance optimization. Deep understanding of enterprise security controls, compliance requirements, and infrastructure governance. Proven ability to lead enterprise infrastructure initiatives and technical teams. Unique Skills / Technical Requirements * Air-gapped hybrid cloud and on?premises operational environments, including complex multi?enclave ecosystems * AWS GovCloud/SC2S/C2S and GCP cloud platforms Nutanix host and cluster configuration, management with Prism Central, and NDFS configuration/management * Cisco switching, routing, firewalling, and site-to-site functionality (such as IPSEC, DMVPN, and SD-WAN) * Locally hosted GPU servers * Multi-tenant Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS) * Infrastructure?as?Code (Terraform, Ansible) * Containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) * Cloud?native security implementation and security accreditation processes * Advanced GitLab CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices * Enterprise database services (RDS, RDS Aurora, DynamoDB) * Serverless architectures (Lambda) * Cloud networking and VPC configuration * Monitoring, logging, and data platforms (Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, Splunk) * Microservices architecture and API Gateway implementation * Development experience with Python, .NET/C#, and related languages * Identity and access services (Microsoft Active Directory, LDAP / OpenLDAP, Entra ID, Keycloak) * High?assurance cross?domain and encryption solutions (TACLANE, NCAP) * Cloud cost?optimization techniques * Operating Systems: Linux (e.g., Rocky, RedHat, Amazon, Ubuntu), Windows, and Mac OS Preferred skills: Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field. Experience supporting federal, defense, intelligence, or highly regulated environments. Expertise in zero-trust architecture and secure infrastructure design. Experience with containerized platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes. Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator/Architect, RHCE, VMware, CISSP, or similar. Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and enterprise automation frameworks. ## Description Gridiron IT is seeking a Systems Administrator to support a federal program on a remote basis. Bachelors required Minimum 10 years experience Remote The Systems Administrator (SME) serves as the principal authority for enterprise systems architecture, infrastructure modernization, and zero-trust security implementation. This role leads the design, automation, optimization, and governance of highly available infrastructure environments across complex, cross-enclave systems. 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