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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT System Administrator - **Company:** ClearCompany - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Agile Methodology, Backup Devices, Unix, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Computer Maintenance, Event Logging, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Operating Systems, Windows Servers, Server Administration, Virtualization Technology, Data Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Printer Maintenance, Network Server, Wsus - **Published:** June 15, 2026 - **Apply:** http://tenica.hrmdirect.com/employment/job-opening.php?req=1481222&req_loc=&& ## About the Role o 5 years of system administration experience or related technical IT experience o Experience with MS Exchange and Active Directory o Experience with Microsoft Operating Systems; Windows 2003/2008 Workstation, Windows Server 2003/2008, Windows XP Professional and Windows 7 Professional o Experience with WSUS patching and server maintenance o Experience with KBOX monitoring, configuration and scripting o Experience supporting a dynamic application development environment o Systems Analysis experience o System vulnerability patching experience o Software installation and configuration experience * o User configuration and setup experience * o MUST HAVE TS/SCI clearance ## Description Perform O&M functions needed to sustain or restore hardware, software and network services. - Establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules. - Serve as the focal point for the satisfaction of user requirements and track completion through the automated tracking system. - Manage network email services - Create user accounts - Perform system hardware and software diagnostics and test components within the network environment - Provide specialized and emergency support for various events to assist with communication and computer maintenance - Draft, coordinate and implement configuration management and security policies and procedures. 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