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Systems AdministratorZachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Systems Administrator to support enterprise IT infrastructure, systems maintenance, and technical operations for a mission-critical federal environment in Lorton, VA. The Systems Administrator will be responsible for maintaining secure Windows and network environments, managing user accounts and system access, performing system updates, and troubleshooting technical issues across classified and unclassified systems. This position is fully onsite in Lorton, VA, requires an active TS/SCI clearance, and operates on a swing shift from 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM ET! Responsibilities of the Systems Administrator:Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise servers, workstations, and network-connected systemsManage Active Directory user accounts, permissions, group memberships, and access provisioningPerform system patching, software updates, and vulnerability remediation to maintain security complianceSupport implementation and enforcement of DISA STIGs and DoD cybersecurity requirementsTroubleshoot hardware, software, network connectivity, and system performance issuesSupport Windows Server environments, system configurations, and routine maintenance activitiesMonitor system health, investigate outages, and escalate complex technical issues when necessaryAssist with network administration activities, including switch configurations, VLANs, and connectivity troubleshootingManage technical support requests, incident tickets, and service requests through IT service management platformsMaintain accurate system documentation, asset inventories, configuration records, and standard operating proceduresCollaborate with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams to ensure secure and reliable IT operationsSupport system upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and ongoing operational maintenanceQualifications for the Systems Administrator:Active TS/SCI clearanceAvailability to work onsite in Lorton, VA, from 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM ET (Swing Shift)Experience supporting IT systems, network infrastructure, or enterprise technical operationsHands-on experience with Active Directory administration, account provisioning, and access managementExperience troubleshooting Windows operating systems, servers, and enterprise IT environmentsUnderstanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and network connectivityExperience performing system maintenance, patching, and technical troubleshootingFamiliarity with DoD security requirements, STIG compliance, and secure system configurationsExperience using ticketing systems such as ServiceNow or similar platformsStrong troubleshooting, technical documentation, communication, and problem-solving skillsPreferred Qualifications:Experience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or other federal government IT environmentsCompTIA Security+, CySA+, Server+, or similar technical certificationsExperience with virtualization technologies and cloud infrastructureFamiliarity with AWS, Linux, and enterprise server administrationExperience supporting classified and unclassified network environmentsKnowledge of network switching, VLAN configurations, and basic network security practicesExperience with system monitoring, vulnerability management, and IT infrastructure documentationCompensation for the Systems Administrator includes:Salary: $100,000 - $120,000Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, and Paid Holidays