System Administrator II

GAMA-1 Technologies • Seattle, WA

6d • $106,486 - $113,981 • Onsite

About The Position

GAMA-1 Technologies, LLC seeks a highly skilled System Administrator II to provide advanced technical expertise in the design, implementation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of complex IT systems in an on-site work environment. The candidate will support enterprise environments to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient operations of systems and applications across multiple platforms and networks. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in system administration, cloud computing, IT infrastructure, or a similar technical role.
• Demonstrated experience with Windows Server and/or Linux environments in an enterprise or federal setting
• Proficiency with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), and system monitoring tools.
• Hands-on experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and hybrid infrastructure operations.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, etc.).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for resolving complex technical issues.
• Working knowledge of network fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• The employee is expected to demonstrate proficiency in all essential job functions, tools, and processes related to this position within the first 90 days of employment. This includes acquiring a thorough understanding of job-specific responsibilities, systems, and workflows as outlined during onboarding and training.

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator Associate, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator.
• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or Microsoft/AWS Solutions Architect strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of ITIL, Agile, or SAFe methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document and present technical solutions effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and optimize operating systems, virtual environments, and enterprise systems in compliance with federal IT and security standards.
• Design, implement, and maintain scalable system architectures that ensure performance, reliability, and security.
• Perform advanced system configuration, patch management, monitoring, and performance tuning.
• Participate in major system upgrades, migrations, and implementation projects.
• Develop and maintain detailed system documentation, configuration baselines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Manage backup, recovery, and disaster recovery planning and testing.
• Identify and resolve complex system issues; provide root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with network, cloud, cybersecurity, and application teams to ensure integrated and secure operations.
• Support compliance audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation activities.
• Contribute to automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual workload.
• Ensure adherence to organizational information security policies and procedures; actively participate in mandatory security awareness training; and manage confidential and sensitive information in accordance with company protocols and data protection standards.

Benefits

• GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work).

What This Job Offers

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