System Administrator

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, US • Posted 17 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $80,001.00 - 120,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Enterprise Services
Hypervisor
System Security
Network
Security+
Microsoft Certified Professional
Linux Administration
Computer Science
Security Clearance
SolarWinds
VMware
Virtualization
Computer Networking
Active Directory
Group Policy
Microsoft Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Server
Desktop Administration
Microsoft SharePoint
Collaboration
Windows PowerShell
Management
DoD
Regulatory Compliance
Cyber Security
Soft Skills
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Analytical Skill
Communication
Attention To Detail
Organizational Skills
Microsoft
Microsoft Azure
VMware Certified Professional
VCP
NCP
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2601962

Location: COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, US

Date Posted: 2026-03-02

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is looking for an experienced System Administrator for the Network Information Technology Enterprise Services (NITES) contract to serve as a subject matter expert for the NORAD & USNORTHCOM information technology enterprise. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in virtual enterprise solutions and Windows Server and Desktop, basic networking, securing enterprise environments, Hypervisor expertise and Microsoft domain services management, along with proficiency in collaboration tools such as SharePoint and Teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory and Group Policy management.
Manage and optimize VMware and/or Nutanix virtualization technologies.
Implement and maintain system security protocols in accordance with DoD standards.
Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
Perform system patching and updates to ensure compliance and security.
Document system configurations, procedures, and security policies.
Capture, document and maintain knowledge documents and processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system functionality and security.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Security + Certification is required.
(MCSA, Asure, Linux System Administration Fundamentals, Microsoft certified: Fundamentals or equivalent)

Education:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field plus 2 years of experience or High School Diploma plus 6 years of experience

Clearance Requirements:

Top Secret/SCI is required.

Experience:

Proven experience as a System Administrator in a DoD or similarly regulated environment.
Strong emphasis on experience on SolarWinds management.
Strong experience with VMware/Nutanix/Microsoft virtualization technologies.
Strong experience with Windows Server and Desktop administration.
In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and cybersecurity best practices.
Experience managing Active Directory, Group Policies, and other Microsoft domain services.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Windows Server and Desktop administration and management.
Familiarity with SharePoint and Microsoft O365 products for project collaboration.
Experience with PowerShell, Microsoft Management Console, and other Microsoft management tools.
Understanding of DoD compliance requirements and cybersecurity standards.

Soft Skills:

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work efficiently both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills with the ability to accurately document.

Certifications (optional but preferred):

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP).

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2601962
Posted 17 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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