Junior Systems Administrator

ValidaTek • Quantico, VA

2d • $85,000 - $105,000

About The Position

The Junior Systems Administrator provides day-to-day support, maintenance, and monitoring of organizational IT systems and infrastructure under the guidance of senior technical staff. This role assists with system administration activities, troubleshooting, user support, security updates, and system performance monitoring to ensure a stable and reliable IT environment.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Active Top Secret clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
• Foundational knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts and IT infrastructure.
• Experience with user account and access management.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and customer service orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with scripting languages such as PowerShell or Bash.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Experience supporting enterprise IT environments.
• Relevant industry certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of Windows and Linux systems.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and operational health.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and system-related issues and escalate as needed.
• Support user account administration, access management, and permissions management.
• Apply security patches, updates, and system configurations in accordance with organizational policies.
• Assist with system backups, recovery procedures, and disaster recovery activities.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and technical issues.
• Support virtualization platforms and infrastructure components as required.
• Collaborate with senior administrators and other IT personnel to maintain system reliability and performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree