System Administrator

Sprezzatura Management Consulting • Remote, US,

10d • Remote

About The Position

The System Administrator provides operational support, maintenance, and modernization of IT systems across VA programs. In this role you will ensures secure, reliable, and compliant infrastructure operations that directly support mission‑critical services for Veterans. You will manage servers, environments, user access, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting in alignment with VA OIT standards, TRM‑approved technologies, and federal cybersecurity frameworks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of system administration experience in enterprise or federal environments
• Experience supporting VA, DoD, HHS, or other federal agencies
• Strong experience with Windows/Linux administration, virtualization, and identity management
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, STIGs, and secure configuration practices
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and incident response tools
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Required)
• Must have reliable internet service that allows for effective telecommuting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with VA systems (VistA, Cerner/Oracle Health, VES, IAM, TRM‑approved tools).
• Certifications such as Security+, Network+, Microsoft, Red Hat, AWS/Azure Administrator, or ITIL.
• Experience with T4NG/T4NG2, VHA modernization, or VA enrollment sustainment and transformation programs.
• Experience with automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Ansible) and cloud operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage, configure, and maintain Windows and/or Linux servers across development, test, staging, and production environments
• Perform system provisioning, configuration, patching, and optimization to ensure high availability and performance
• Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity/access management in VA environments
• Maintain virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper‑V) and cloud‑hosted systems within VA Enterprise Cloud
• Ensure systems comply with VA cybersecurity policies, FISMA, NIST 800‑53, Zero Trust, and VAAR/FAR requirements
• Support ISSOs with vulnerability remediation, POA&M updates, and continuous monitoring activities
• Implement secure configuration baselines (STIGs, CIS benchmarks) and maintain audit readiness
• Manage patching cycles, antivirus/EDR tools, and security logging in accordance with VA OIT directives
• Support hybrid infrastructure spanning on‑premise data centers and VA‑approved cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
• Assist with cloud migrations, modernization efforts, and containerized workloads where applicable
• Manage storage, backups, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations (COOP) processes
• Diagnose and resolve system, network, and application issues across VA environments
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for incidents, service requests, and escalations
• Collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, network teams, and VA stakeholders to resolve cross‑functional issues
• Maintain system documentation, SOPs, configuration records, and architecture diagrams
• Support change management processes (CAB, RFCs) in alignment with VA governance
• Ensure all systems and configurations adhere to VA TRM‑approved technologies and standards
• Work closely with VA PMs, CORs, product owners, and technical teams to support operational needs
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative delivery cycles
• Provide recommendations for system improvements, modernization, and operational efficiency

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Saving Account (when enrolled in eligible plan) with Company contribution
• Company paid Life, Accidental Death, Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Care Insurance
• Voluntary Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Accrued Paid Time Off & Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match

What This Job Offers

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