Senior Systems Administrator (Windows/Linux) - Top Secret Clearance w/SCI eligibility required
AMERICAN SYSTEMSVirginia, United States
Posted January 19, 2026
108100 - 180600 USD
Full Time
About the Company
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor delivering trusted solutions in support of national security and mission-critical systems.
Job Description
Senior Systems Administrator with Top Secret Clearance required to support a Special Access Program. Own and optimize enterprise Windows and Linux infrastructure across multiple datacenters, partner with cybersecurity and engineering teams, and provide Tier III support.
Requirements
- Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility required
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline
- 8-10 years of IT Systems Administration
- 3-5 years of Linux administration
- DoD 8140 IAT Level II cert
- Experience designing and maintaining secure, scalable cloud/on-prem platforms
- Knowledge of STIGs, RMF, and DoD cybersecurity standards
- Knowledge of containerization, Ansible, and OpenLDAP
- Experience with virtualization and EMC SAN technology
- PowerShell scripting skills
Benefits
- Healthcare benefits
- Paid leave
- Retirement plans
- Insurance programs
- Education and training assistance
