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System Administrator

Colorado Springs, CO, US • Posted 3 hours ago • Updated 3 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $80,001.00 - 120,000.00 per year

SAIC

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Skills

Microsoft Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Server
High Availability
STIG
RMF
Risk Management Framework
Network
Backup
Recovery
Documentation
Standard Operating Procedure
Emerging Technologies
Regulatory Compliance
Computer Science
System Administration
Security Clearance
DoD
Security+
Virtualization
Active Directory
Group Policy
Computer Networking
System Security
IT Infrastructure
IT Infrastructure Management
IT Security
Technical Writing
Microsoft Windows Server Administration
Management
Hypervisor
VMware
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Microsoft Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows Server
High Availability
STIG
RMF
Risk Management Framework
Network
Backup
Recovery
Documentation
Standard Operating Procedure
Emerging Technologies
Regulatory Compliance
Computer Science
System Administration
Security Clearance
DoD
Security+
Virtualization
Active Directory
Group Policy
Computer Networking
System Security
IT Infrastructure
IT Infrastructure Management
IT Security
Technical Writing
Microsoft Windows Server Administration
Management
Hypervisor
VMware
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2617489

Location: Colorado Springs, CO, US

Date Posted: 2026-10-01

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a skilled and motivated System Administrator to join our team onsite in Colorado Springs and will play a key role in managing and advancing our IT infrastructure within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining robust, secure, and high-performing systems that support mission-critical operations.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with enterprise virtualization platforms (Nutanix, VMware, and/or Proxmox), Windows Server administration, and a working knowledge of DoD security compliance standards. You are someone who takes ownership, communicates clearly across teams, and thrives in a regulated, security-first environment.

Responsibilities:

Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and user permissions management.
Manage and optimize on-premises Type 1 hypervisor platforms (Nutanix, VMware, Proxmox) to ensure high availability and performance.
Implement and maintain system security controls in accordance with DoD standards and applicable STIGs/RMF requirements.
Monitor network performance, diagnose connectivity issues, and recommend improvements to infrastructure reliability.
Manage system patching and update cycles to maintain compliance, reduce vulnerabilities, and minimize operational downtime.
Administer and maintain backup and recovery technologies; conduct periodic validation of restore procedures.
Create and maintain thorough documentation of system configurations, procedures, and security policies.
Build and maintain runbooks, standard operating procedures (SOPs), diagrams, and system configuration baselines.
Partner with cross-functional IT and security teams to evaluate, implement, and enhance system functionality and security posture.
Interact effectively with government customers, project managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements, communicate status, and resolve issues.
Stay current on emerging technologies, industry best practices, and evolving DoD compliance requirements.

Qualifications

?Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 5 years of relevant experience; or High school diploma/GED with 8+ years of equivalent hands-on experience in a system administration role.
Active TS/SCI clearance required
Open to working day shift (with potential for after-hours support) on site at government facility with occasional local travel between sites
Demonstrated experience as a System Administrator in a DoD or similarly regulated, security-conscious environment.
Active CompTIA Security+ certification required
Solid hands-on experience with VMware and/or other enterprise virtualization technologies.
Strong proficiency in Windows Server administration, including Active Directory and Group Policy.
Working knowledge of networking protocols, system security best practices, and IT infrastructure management.
Experience working in environments that require frequent interaction with government customers and cross-functional IT/security teams.
Proven experience creating and maintaining technical documentation, including SOPs, diagrams, and configuration baselines.
Proficient in Windows Server administration, patching, and update management.
Experience with on-premises Type 1 hypervisors (Nutanix, VMware, Proxmox preferred).

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: 2617489
Posted 3 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier 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, intelligence, and civilian markets includes 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 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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