System Administrator

Systems Administrator

Location

Virginia – Onsite

Employment Type

Contract

Experience

3–5+ Years

Interview Process

Phone and In-Person

Work Arrangement

100% Onsite

Pay Rate

$30 to $36.00 per hour on W2

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support a mission-critical Transportation Operations Center. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, VMware, Active Directory, hardware support, and backup/recovery systems.

This position involves maintaining enterprise IT infrastructure, troubleshooting technical issues, supporting cybersecurity initiatives, and ensuring system availability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot Windows Server and Red Hat Linux environments.
• Manage VMware virtualization, Active Directory, user accounts, and system access.
• Provide Tier 1–3 technical support for servers, desktops, laptops, and peripherals.
• Monitor server performance, system availability, logs, and infrastructure health.
• Perform system backups, recovery operations, patching, and software upgrades.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, network connectivity, and application issues.
• Support cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, vulnerability mitigation, and security improvements.
• Maintain accurate system documentation, asset inventories, and change management records.
• Support infrastructure upgrades, system deployments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with technical teams and end users to resolve issues efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of Systems Administration experience, with approximately 5 years of hands-on experience in core technologies.
• Strong experience administering Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration.
• Experience supporting desktop, laptop, and server hardware.
• Experience with backup, recovery, system monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Proven experience providing Tier 1–3 IT support.
• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cybersecurity operations, security monitoring, or threat mitigation.
• Hands-on experience with networking equipment and infrastructure.
• Experience supporting Video Management Systems (VMS).
• Audio/video equipment support experience.
• Microsoft certifications or other relevant IT certifications.
• Experience supporting mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments.

Additional Requirements

• Must physically reside in the United States throughout the assignment.
• Must be available to work onsite.
• Must be able to participate in phone and in-person interviews.

Apply Today!

If you're a hands-on Systems Administrator with strong Windows, Linux, VMware, and Active Directory experience, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.