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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Administrator (Azure) - **Company:** MANTECH-1 L.L.C. - **Location:** Laurel, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Databases, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Linux, Disaster Recovery, Log Analysis, Scrum Methodology, Azure Active Directory, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Azure Service Bus, Data Logging, Software Repository, Scripting, Computer Network Operations, Azure Data Factory, System Availability, Information Technology, Operational Systems, Data Management, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us339583c0ffbda90a3fbbabfd03639ea7/eaa ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a relevant field and 10+ years of systems administration experience. * 5+ years of database and data-management experience. * Azure Expert-level certification, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent. * Demonstrated expertise supporting Azure Commercial, Government, and Secret cloud environments. * Demonstrated expertise with the Azure Data Transfer Cross-Domain tool. * Experience supporting SIPR networks and classified systems operations. * Experience administering Microsoft Azure infrastructure and services. * Experience with Microsoft Entra ID, authentication, authorization, conditional access, Virtual Networks, and related Azure service infrastructure. * Experience with Azure monitoring, logging, alerting, and Log Analytics Workspaces. * Experience performing patching, backup/recovery, vulnerability remediation, system troubleshooting, and security hardening. * Experience implementing and maintaining STIG-compliant systems. * Experience using SIEM technologies for security monitoring, event analysis, and incident-response support. * Experience supporting ATO documentation and POA&M remediation activities. * Experience with cloud networking and troubleshooting. * Experience with scripting and systems-administration automation. Certifications: * Must satisfy DoD 8140 IAT Level II requirements. * CompTIA Security+ certification required. * Azure Expert-level certification, such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or equivalent. ## Description * Perform day-to-day operations and maintenance of Azure environments supporting NTIA Secret and Unclassified spectrum systems. * Perform system and application patching, backup validation and testing, account troubleshooting, licensing activities, scripting, and routine system administration. * Implement and maintain applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and support remediation of identified security findings. * Monitor Azure dashboards to identify infrastructure health issues, application or system performance degradation, and site-wide alerts. * Configure and maintain Azure Log Analytics Workspaces to support centralized log aggregation, alerting, dashboards, operational reporting, and troubleshooting. * Support security-focused implementations and technical initiatives across Azure environments. * Assist the Task Order security team with technical information and updates required to maintain Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation. * Support POA&M remediation activities and resolution of identified vulnerabilities and security deficiencies. * Utilize SIEM capabilities to collect, correlate, monitor, and analyze security events supporting threat detection, troubleshooting, and incident response. * Apply cloud networking knowledge to troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues and support infrastructure enhancements. * Operate and maintain authentication and authorization infrastructure, including Microsoft Entra ID, conditional access policies, Virtual Networks, and associated service infrastructure. * Support Azure environment enhancements and configuration changes. * Maintain data backups and recovery procedures for mission-critical systems and periodically validate recoverability. * Support database and data-management activities associated with operational systems. * Support operations across Azure Commercial, Government, and Secret cloud environments. * Support data movement across security domains using the Azure Data Transfer Cross-Domain tool. * Support classified systems and SIPR network operations as required. * Conduct periodic Azure environment cost analysis and develop recommendations for cost optimization. * Maintain operational functionality and availability for critical NTIA applications, including Spectrum XXI, IRACnet, FMRS, EL-CID Online, FWDP, and IQLink. * Work independently and collaboratively within an Agile/Scrum environment to resolve incidents, implement changes, and sustain production services. * Maintain accurate operational, configuration, security, and technical documentation. * Contribute to required contractual reporting and technical deliverables., Program Deliverables The Systems Administrator may support preparation, maintenance, and technical inputs for: * Weekly Activity Reports (WARs) * Contract Monthly Reports (CMRs) * Monthly Risk Matrix * Interim Progress Review (IPR) briefing materials * Monthly Vulnerability Scan Reports * Quarterly Authentication/Authorization System Status Reports * Monthly Configuration Management Logs from Git repositories * Monthly System Availability & Reliability Reports * Quarterly Environment Cost Analysis Reports with recommendations, MANTECH is seeking a motivated, career-driven, and customer-focused Linux System Administrator to join our team in Laurel, MD. 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