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# System Administrator Professional

- **Company:** Amentum Services, Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Blade Servers, Computer Engineering, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, System Testing, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Information Technology, Network Server, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Vmware
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.amentumcareers.com/jobs/R0173469

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, management information systems, or related field or a combination of education and experience.
 * 3+ years of experience administering VMware VSphere, VMware Horizons, Blade servers and Storage arrays
 * 3+ years of experience in the administration of Microsoft environments including windows server, Domain administration and SCCM (System Center Configuration Manager)
 * 3+ years of experience in the administration of enterprise Linux environments
 * Knowledge of VMware systems administration concepts, practices and procedures
 * Analytical and creative problem solving skills for design and testing of systems
 * Familiarity with securing server environments in a regulated industry
 * Experience supporting 24x7x365 mission critical IT infrastructure
 * Experience in transitioning organizations from standalone to virtualized environments
 * Experience with system security and best practices
 * Experience administering server environments in a 24x7x365 mission critical environment
 * The ability to lift 30 lbs.
 * Some travel may be required (less than 10%)
 * Current Security+ or other DoD 8140 Certification or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of start date
 * The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
 * Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

 * Applicable Certifications, preferred:
 + VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
 + Microsoft Certifications (MCSE/MCSA)
 + Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA/RHCE)

## Description

* Collaborate with internal project team and vendors to design and implement a new virtualization environment for the space launch ranges
 * Develop process and procedures for administering and supporting the new virtualization environment
 * Build, configure and maintain VMware clients, servers, and architecture
 * Supervise subcontractors and vendors performing installations and configurations
 * Collaborate with system engineers to migrate existing systems into the virtualization environment
 * Provide hands on support for virtualization environment
 * Coordinate the efforts of technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects
 * Apply advanced methods, theories and research techniques and assist in the development, implementation and documentation of processes and procedures to ensure compliance with business practices
 * Perform other tasks as assigned