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# System Administrator

- **Company:** GaN Corporation
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Unix, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Linux, Disaster Recovery, VMware ESX Servers, Storage Area Network (SAN), Virtual Desktops, Performance Tuning, Enterprise Software Applications, MagicDraw, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Devsecops, Vmware
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/e04430a3-d794-4313-b06b-12de0949583b/senior-system-administrator

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Information Systems (or related field) and 10+ years of experience.
 * Active CompTIA Security+ Certification or equivalent or greater.
 * An acceptable Computing Environment certification.
 * VMware ESXi, View, SRM and vCloud
 * Experience with a wide variety of Windows and Unix operating systems
 * Experience supporting Cameo and MagicDraw deployments
 * Networking concepts
 * General Storage Area Network knowledge
 * Good documentation and communication skills
 * Must be self-motivated and willing to take ownership of issues

Special Requirements:

 * Must be a US Citizen.
 * Must have Active Secret Clearance

## Description

GaN is seeking a Senior System Administrator in support of an Army customer in Huntsville, AL. This position requires experience with a wide variety of enterprise technologies with an emphasis on delivering and supporting Windows, Linux and cloud-based infrastructures. The successful candidate should have a proven track record of designing systems that meet complex requirements as well as planning, testing, and delivering solutions.

Responsibilities

 * Create solutions that align IT systems with the needs of the organization
 * Design virtual systems to include both servers and desktops
 * Design the deployment and maintenance of highly available virtual desktop solutions
 * Support implementation of the Software Defined Data Center using VMware technologies
 * Support the deployment of systems and services within a commercial cloud service such as Azure or AWS
 * Design and support system engineering solutions
 * Design, deploy and support DevSecOps environments
 * Must be able to deploy and maintain solutions within DoD compliance parameters
 * Develop documentation artifacts and plans
 * Set standards for resource and capacity management of all enterprise systems
 * Provide performance tuning strategies and their implementation
 * Participate in the design and implementation of disaster recovery solutions
 * Work with managers to insure projects are completed successfully and on time


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