Senior Systems Administrator

Accenture Federal Services • Washington, DC

5d • $78,600 - $160,200 • Onsite

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, our purpose is to make the US federal government stronger and safer, and to improve the lives of citizens through technology and ingenuity. We are a technology company within global Accenture, recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work. We offer a collaborative and supportive community where employees are empowered to grow, learn, and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that advances missions and the government forward.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of hands‑on systems administration experience
• Proficient in both Linux and AWS administration
• Proven experience with security control assessment and remediation
• CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) required
• On‑site requirement: 5 days/week, Crystal City, VA

Nice To Haves

• Experience with DISA STIGs, POA&Ms, and the ATO process
• Ability to obtain SSBI

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows and RHEL systems across AWS, including server provisioning, patching, and compliance (STIG)
• Manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies and ensure infrastructure resilience
• Oversee user and permission management (RBAC, AD, ACLs, auditing) and enforce privilege management best practices
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, network analysis, and performance optimization within the AWS environment
• Drive security hardening, documentation, and adherence to compliance frameworks
• Create and maintain technical documentation and collaborate closely with Cyber Security
• Automate operational tasks using Bash, PowerShell, and related scripting tools

Benefits

• Hands-on experience
• Certifications
• Industry training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior