Type of Requisition:Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other Required:None
Job Family:IT Infrastructure and Operations
Job Qualifications:Skills:Critical Systems, Information Technology (IT) Systems, IT Troubleshooting
Certifications:None
Experience:10 + years of related experience
ship Required:Yes
Job Description:Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Systems Administrator SME and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.
HOW A SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT - Plans, designs, and implements infrastructure changes and system upgrades.
- Manages and troubleshoots multiple VMware environments.
- Provides Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Creates STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.
- Creates, tests, and deploys software packages using software deployment products such as SCCM, PDQ, etc.
- Provides expert level support and mentoring for Mid and Junior Systems Administrator personnel.
- Develops and maintains installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.
- Utilizes scripting to automate common tasks.
- Performs hardware maintenance/repair activities.
- Ensures proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.
- Provides advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEEDBring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Systems Administrator SME must have:
- Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash.
- Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other types of enterprise level Virtual Infrastructures.
- Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Object (GPO).
- At least 10 years of relevant experience.
- Security + Certified; Must presently be 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2 preferred)
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in a field applicable to this work
- ship Required
- TS/SCI with Polygraph
Desired Qualifications:
- Linux OS (CentOS, RHEL) administration.
- Satellite server administration.
- Ansible playbook writing.
- Implementing STIGs.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE: - Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you build your skills and own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and 10 company-paid holidays
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
#VA_2026Alumni #GDITEnhanced2026#GDITCareers#JETThe likely salary range for this position is $165,750 - $224,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:40
Travel Required:None
Telecommuting Options:Onsite
Work Location:USA VA Reston
Additional Work Locations:Total Rewards at GDIT:Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.
Our Identity Verification Process:As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.
About Our Work:We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.
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