System Administrator

$78,000 - $122,000/Yr

SAIC - Pensacola, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Pensacola, FL

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

SAIC is seeking a Windows System Administrator to serve as the primary technical resource for Windows Systems Administration at Corry Station, Pensacola, FL. This role involves managing and maintaining Windows Server infrastructure, participating in change processes, and responding to incidents. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing upgrades, troubleshooting, and automating system configurations, while ensuring compliance with security standards.

Responsibilities

• Test upgrades and patches for Windows Server 2019 and 2022.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Windows systems, including metrics collection and task management in ServiceNow.
• Install and configure new Windows server and desktop solutions, including software installation and user training.
• Program in administrative languages such as PowerShell and VMWare CLI.
• Write and deploy PowerShell scripts for data collection and software deployment.
• Resolve interoperability issues across platforms.
• Automate system configurations to specifications.
• Review and advise on hardware and software acquisitions.
• Perform Cyber/Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Assurance (IA) support tasks according to DoD standards.
• Assist with DISA STIG checklist completion and ATO artifact updates.
• Conduct systems analysis and development to keep systems current with technology and security needs.
• Coordinate with engineering management and senior customer personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and two years of experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• System administration experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and Windows 10/11.
• Experience reviewing ACAS/Nessus vulnerability scans and remediating vulnerabilities on Windows systems.
• Proficiency with PowerShell scripting.
• Active Security+ certification is required.
• Ability to obtain Microsoft 365 Certification: Endpoint Administrator Associate within six months of hire.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience managing Active Directory.
• Knowledge of DISA STIG security configurations.
• Familiarity with automated security compliance tools like eMASSter and EVAL-STIG.
• Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager for configuration automation.
• Experience managing virtual server infrastructure with VMware vSphere.
• Knowledge of configuring/managing switches and routers (Cisco or Brocade/Ruckus).
• Experience with data backup/restoration using VEEAM.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k plan
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee discount programs