Systems Administrator - $198K – $219K

RCT Systems • Reston, VA

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About The Position

RCT Systems is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support enterprise Linux and Windows environments in the Reston area. The role combines systems administration and Tier 1/Tier 2 technical support, with work involving scripting, digital forensics, and storage recovery. An additional security scrub is required.

Requirements

• Experience administering Linux and Windows systems in enterprise environments.
• TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support experience.
• Scripting proficiency in PowerShell, Bash, Python, Perl, or similar languages.
• Digital forensics and/or storage recovery experience.
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, file systems, RAID, disk management, and MBR/GPT partitioning.
• Familiarity with SATA, SAS, NVMe, and USB storage interfaces and LUKS-encrypted file systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot damaged, encrypted, and non-standard storage devices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to complete an additional security scrub.

Nice To Haves

• Experience administering and configuring sponsor collaboration tools.
• Experience supporting enterprise or mission-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer Linux and Windows systems in enterprise environments.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support.
• Troubleshoot damaged, encrypted, and non-standard storage devices.
• Support digital forensics and storage recovery activities.
• Explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences and collaborate across teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Immediate 401(k) vesting
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible schedules
• $500 annual technology allowance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed