Junior Systems Administrator

CGI•Lafayette, LA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Advance your IT career as a Systems Administrator on a collaborative Agile team supporting the infrastructure behind mission-critical supervisory systems for a federal agency. You'll take ownership of server administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, automation, and security, working alongside experienced engineers and IT professionals. If you're passionate about technology, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to make a real impact, this is your opportunity to grow your skills and influence in a mission-driven organization. This position is located in our Lafayette, Louisiana and Knoxville,TN office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Due to the nature of government contracts, US citizenship is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
3-5 years of experience in systems administration, IT operations, or related roles in enterprise environments
Proficiency with Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and basic networking concepts
Experience with system monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, AppDynamics)
Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Bash)
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
Experience supporting backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Eligibility for federal background investigation and compliance with security requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting enterprise-scale or federal IT environments
Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)
Exposure to DevSecOps, CI/CD, or Agile environments
Certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator, Azure Administrator)

Responsibilities

Administer, monitor, and maintain Windows server environments and related infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance
Lead system configuration, patching, and upgrades to support compliance and reliability
Monitor system health, performance, and availability using enterprise tools (e.g., SolarWinds, AppDynamics, ThousandEye)
Respond to and troubleshoot incidents, performing root cause analysis and escalating as needed
Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls (Active Directory, IAM)
Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning and execution
Automate routine tasks and system administration using scripting (PowerShell, Bash)
Document system configurations, changes, and standard operating procedures
Collaborate with IT, security, and development teams to support deployments, resolve issues, and ensure secure operations
Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to process improvement and team knowledge sharing
Stay current with emerging technologies, best practices, and security standards