Systems Administrator - 163636

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Systems Administrator to support a federal defense-focused program delivering secure IT infrastructure and operational support to mission-critical environments. This position is on-site in Quantico, VA. The Systems Administrator will be responsible for maintaining, supporting, and optimizing virtualized server environments in a secure, classified setting. Join a team directly supporting national defense operations and ensuring systems remain resilient, secure, and mission-ready., * Administering and maintaining virtualized server environments using VMware and ESXi Supporting day-to-day system administration tasks across Windows-based server infrastructure

• Monitoring system performance, availability, and security to ensure compliance with DoD standards
• Troubleshooting hardware, software, and virtualization issues in a classified environment
• Assisting with system upgrades, patching, documentation, and accreditation efforts, Keywords: Configured, Implemented, Monitored, Troubleshot, Optimized, Secured, Automated, Upgraded, Maintained, Documented, Analyzed, Collaborated, Deployed, Diagnosed, Resolved, Patched, Virtualized, Audited, system security implementation, backup and recovery, sys admin, systems admin, systems administrator, system administrator, windows, linux, unix, windows systems, system installation, application software, Systems Administrator, Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, DNS, DHCP, VMware, Hyper-V, Backup and Recovery, SCCM, Patch Management, Network Security, Server Maintenance, Troubleshooting, User Support, IT Infrastructure, Firewall, VPN, Remote Desktop, Microsoft Exchange, Office 365, Azure, Cloud Services, Disaster Recovery, Performance Monitoring, Scripting, Windows 10, Windows 11, Automation, Virtualization, TCP/IP, ITIL, Data Center Operations, DoD, Marine Corps, Military IT, RMF (Risk Management Framework), Cybersecurity, NIST, FISMA, STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide), DISA, Information Assurance, COMSEC, Government Contracting, DoD Clearance, CISSP, Security+, Top Secret Clearance, Continuity of Operations (COOP), Defense Information Systems Agency, Joint Operations, Incident Response, Configuration Management, Marine Corps Systems Command, Command and Control Systems, Tactical Networks, Systems Integration, Enterprise Architecture, Mission-Critical Systems

• 3+ years of experience in IT or systems administration
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience supporting enterprise systems
• Active Security+ certification or other DoD 8570/8140 IAT II-compliant certification
• Active Secret security clearance

• Salary Range: $70,000 - $78,000 depending on experience
• Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Sick Leave as required by law