Systems Administrator I

Job Description

Everforth ECS is seeking a Systems Administrator I to work in our Fairfax, VA office.

In this role you will support our internal corporate IT team as a Systems Administrator. The ideal candidate will install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers and related software. This role involves routine system monitoring, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other System Administrators. The Systems Administrator will be crucial in implementing software upgrades, patches, and automation processes to ensure system reliability and compliance with applicable standards.

This is a hybrid, on-site role .

Responsibilities include:

Install, configure, maintain, update, manage, and refine information systems.
Managing Active Directory, OU structures, Sites, Trusts, DHCP, DNS, and Certificate Services.
Ensure system components maintain compliance with stated requirements.
Examine system vulnerabilities and determine actions to mitigate them.
Analyze system performance for potential security problems.
Coordinate and/or provide support for system applications and operations.
Support out-of-band patching and upgrades, which may require non-standard working hours.
Conduct functional, interoperability, and security testing.
Participate in technical incident response and security assessment activities.
Assist in application integration, testing, and monitoring.

Salary Range: $75,000 - 85,000

General Description of Benefits

Required Skills


Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance.
2+ years of relevant, hands-on, professional experience in IT systems administration.
Ability to work seamlessly within a team as an active contributor.
Experience troubleshooting connectivity issues across all layers of the TCP/IP stack.
Knowledge of and desire to follow IT Operations best practices and procedures, such as issue management and incident response.
Willingness and ability to learn emerging technologies and continue to expand skill set.

Desired Skills

Familiarity with server clustering.
Experience scripting for administrative tasks (Python, Shell, Perl, etc.)
Experience in managing servers in virtual environments (VMware, Hyper-V, etc.)
Working knowledge of Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) for server, client, and application hardening.
Industry certifications such as Server+, Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), etc.

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ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We value:

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams

• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven

Meet the challenge. Make a difference with Everforth ECS!