Junior Systems Administrator

Clarity Innovations•Herndon, VA
•$65,600 - $111,500

About The Position

The Junior Systems Administrator supports the engineering, deployment, and operation of One IT's infrastructure and platform services. This hands-on role includes on-premises data center operations, server infrastructure, virtualization, networking, and automation. Working alongside experienced engineers, the role helps maintain reliable and secure environments, troubleshoot technical issues, and improve operational processes. It offers an opportunity to develop foundational skills in infrastructure engineering, automation, and platform reliability while contributing to mission-critical technology capabilities. The position supports day-to-day infrastructure engineering and operational objectives under general supervision. It performs server deployment, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic automation tasks, applies foundational knowledge of operating systems, networking, virtualization, and infrastructure operations, and follows established engineering practices. Work should be documented and issues escalated appropriately.

Requirements

  • Typically has a university degree (BA/BS) in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent practical experience.
  • Foundational Linux or Windows administration and networking knowledge.
  • Hands-on experience with server hardware, rack and stack, cabling, or data center operations.
  • Exposure to virtualization platforms such as VMware, Proxmox, or Hyper-V.
  • Basic scripting or automation experience using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Familiarity with infrastructure monitoring, troubleshooting, and configuration management.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and communication.
  • Technical curiosity, accountability, collaboration, and willingness to learn new technologies and develop engineering skills.

Responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day infrastructure engineering and operational objectives under general supervision.
  • Deploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot servers.
  • Perform basic automation tasks.
  • Help maintain reliable and secure infrastructure and platform environments.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and improve operational processes.
  • Follow established engineering practices, document work, and escalate issues appropriately.

Benefits

  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays
  • Flexible work arrangements where possible
  • Income protection benefits
  • Resources supporting professional growth
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