Junior System Administrator

ZP Group•Las Vegas, NV

51d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Junior System Administrator to join a classified defense aviation program located in Las Vegas, NV through 100% onsite presence. The Junior System Administrator will manage and maintain secure IT infrastructure, configure security tools, monitor system performance, and support national security operations within a high-compliance environment.

Requirements

2+ years in cybersecurity or related IT fields
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field
Active DOE Q or Top Secret clearance
Security + or Red Hat certification
Understanding of operating systems, networking protocols, and system security principles
Proficiency with system administration tools
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to support mission-critical infrastructure

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain servers, networks, and IT infrastructure within a secure environment
Install and configure security software and hardware to support classified operations
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure uptime across mission-critical systems
Apply strong knowledge of operating systems and networking protocols to optimize system reliability
Use system administration tools to automate tasks and streamline operations
Document system configurations, updates, and procedures to support audits and compliance