Senior Systems Administrator

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Systems Administration

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Computer Backups, Linux, Monitoring Tools, Operating Systems (OS), Virtual Environments

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT has an immediate opening for a Senior Systems Administrator supporting infrastructure management on the CITS contract for USCENTCOM.  The position is based in Tampa, Florida.

The Senior Systems Administrator will be responsible for maintaining and supporting optimizing the command server infrastructure, managing both hardware and software systems, and providing technical leadership and mentorship to junior IT staff.  This role involves regular patching, troubleshooting, and collaborating with other IT teams to implement infrastructure solutions that align with command requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Troubleshoot issues within Windows Server 2019/2022 Operating Systems.

• Perform regular maintenance tasks including patching and remediation.

• Manage certificate lifecycle management processes for web servers and secure communication channels.

• Collaborate with IT teams to design and implement infrastructure solutions.

• Ensure compliance with security policies, regulations, and best practices.

• Build, deploy, and maintain server applications and proprietary software.

• Install critical system patches and perform system upgrades.

• Interact with end-users to understand and evaluate functional requirements.

• Interface with third-party vendors for troubleshooting and support.

• Maintain system documentation and prepare process guides.

• Support projects to enhance operational efficiency and security.

• Track and escalate problems at the appropriate priority level.

• Produce management reports and informational packets to support process improvements.

• System performance tuning and optimization.

• Review and preparation of comprehensive documentation for systems.

• Support cross-functional IT teams and projects.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

Education and Certifications:

Required:

• Applicable DoD 8140 or DoD 8570 Certification.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Desired Certifications:

• Microsoft Windows Hybrid Administrator

• ITIL 4 Foundation Certification

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

Required Skills:

• At least 5 years of experience as a Systems Administrator or similar role.

• Strong experience with Linux/Unix and Windows-based systems administration.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V).

• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.

• Experience with system monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix, SolarWinds).

Desired Skills:

• Experience with USCENTCOM and familiarity with its mission.

• Experience working in cross-functional IT teams and projects.

• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automation tasks.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

• Solid understanding of networking protocols and concepts (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN, etc.).

• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Clearance Requirement:

• Active TS/SCI clearance required for this role. If you do not have an active TS/SCI clearance please do not apply.

Travel Requirements:

• Required USCENTCOM Exercise support of up to 10% Travel during the Year to OCONUS Locations

WHAT GDIT CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting-edge technology and the ability to make a real impact on the world around you.

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The likely salary range for this position is $102,000 - $138,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA FL MacDill AFB

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

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