COTS System Administrator

E-INFOSOL; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 187,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical – company subsidized premiums

401k with matching

HSA and FSA options

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off + 11 federal holidays

Certification bonuses

Job summary

E-INFOSOL is seeking a highly skilled COTS System Administrator to join our Washington, DC team. The role supports a COTS physical access system and partners with the government Product Manager to provide technical direction and O&M support within an agile framework.

Qualified candidates have a Top-Secret clearance, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and 8+ years’ experience across networking, servers/VMs, databases, and identity services, including Microsoft Entra ID and SQL Server.

Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret Security Clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in IT/system administration.
• 7+ years configuring ports/protocols/firewalls and network connectivity.
• 7+ years Windows/Linux server environments and VM platforms (VMware/Hyper-V).
• 5+ years with Microsoft SQL Server and data concepts.
• 5+ years deploying COTS in government environments.
• 7+ years scripting for automation (PowerShell, Python).
• 7+ years knowledge of authentication/identity services (Microsoft Entra ID).
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, Kanban; Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence).

Responsibilities

• Provide development and O&M support for a production system during core and non-core hours as needed.
• Install, configure, and validate COTS software in test and production.
• Coordinate integration with cross-functional teams including networking and IAM.
• Evaluate requirements and integration points for readiness.
• Prepare documentation for system accreditation, compliance, and security assessments.

Skills

Top-Secret Clearance

COTS Admin

Agile/Scrum/Kanban

SQL Server

PowerShell/Python

VMware/Hyper-V

Entra ID

Microsoft Graph APIs

System Integration

Networking & Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

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COTS System Administrator

Full Time Washington, DC, US

Salary Range: $187,000.00 To $193,400.00 Annually

PID: 26-14-09P-041-AAU

E-INFOSOL LLC is seeking a highly motivatedCOTS System Administratorto join our innovative, customer-focused team in Washington, DC.

Summary

The COTSSystem Administratorwill support the implementation of a COTS physical access system. The Senior System Administrator will partner with the government Product Manager in providing technical direction and strategic solutions, O&M support, working with the vendor, and adhere to agile methodology and kanban and scrum ceremonies. Key skills needed for the position include experiences with the technology and business tools listed below and strong verbal and written skills and demonstrates self-organizing and initiative competencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide development and O&M support for a production system during core working hours and non-core working hours as needed to meet mission needs.
• Understand and assist with the installation, configuration, and validation of the Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software product in test and production environments.
• Coordinate integration activities with cross‑functional teams, including networking, server/VM administrators, identity and access management, and application owners.
• Evaluate system requirements, dependencies, and integration points to ensure compatibility and operational readiness.
• Understand, communicate, support and coordinate support activities including;
• Networking - such as ports, protocols, firewalls, and load balancers as required for system connectivity.
• Compute - such as server and virtual machine provisioning, configuration, and performance tuning.
• Database - collaborate with database teams to configure, query, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server instances.
• Identity and Access – authentication and authorization mechanisms including single sign on and possess knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID.
• Integration - work with APIs and integration frameworks, including Microsoft Graph, to support data exchange and system interoperability.
• Assist in preparing documentation required for system accreditation, compliance, and security assessments.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, configuration baselines, and operational procedures.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and issue resolution throughout testing and deployment phases.
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical considerations clearly to stakeholders and leadership.

Qualification

• Active Top-Secret Security Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience
• 7 years of experience understanding ports, protocols, firewalls, and network connectivity troubleshooting.
 
• 7 years of experience with Windows and/or Linux server environments and virtual machine platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V).
 
• Solid understanding of relational database concepts and 5 years of hands‑on experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
 
• 5 years of experience supporting COTS product deployments in government environments
 
• 7 years of scripting experience (PowerShell, Python, or similar) for automation or integration tasks.
 
• 7 years of experience working knowledge of authentication and identity services, including Microsoft Entra ID.
 
• Broad technical experience across networking, servers, virtualization, identity management, and system integration.
 
• Solid understanding of system accreditation, compliance frameworks, or security assessment processes.
 
• Strong ability to interpret technical requirements, identify gaps, and coordinate with specialized teams to resolve them.
 
• Experience with Agile and Scrum and Kanban frameworks/methodologies.
 
• Experience with Atlassian tools to include Jira and Confluence.
 
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
 
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills.
 
• Self-motivated with strong initiative, work independently, and “roll up their sleeves” to drive tasks to completion.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with the Certipath TrustVistor or similar product.

About E-INFOSOL

E-INFOSOL is a Service Disabled and Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) located in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. We specialize in building modern and tailored solutions to support our customers’ mission. As a mission-first organization, we deliver Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in cloud computing, virtualization, cyber security, software development and data services. We support the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, Federal Law Enforcement, Civilian Agencies and the Private Sector.

Through strategic partnerships with top industry players such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Broadcom, Microsoft and Cisco, E-INFOSOL provide an array of IT products and solutions. Combined with our industry expertise, we deliver in-depth knowledge on Government requirements and fully understand NIST and DoD security requirements. Our expertise in the latest technologies combined with our understanding of infrastructure needs and security requirements provides the best combination for achieving innovative and secure environments for Government Agencies and Private Sector.

“Putting People First, Achieving our Mission Together”. E-INFOSOL is a people-first organization focusing on a positive employee culture that inspires creativity and innovation in support of our customers. With opportunities such as reimbursement and bonuses based on completion of certifications, we invest in our employees’ career growth.

• Medical – company subsidized premiums for employees, including family and dependent options.
• Dental and Vision
• Retirement Savings (401k) up to 4% match
• Health Savings Account (HSA), FSA and DCFSA
 
• Company-paid Short/Long-term disability (w/ additional supplemental options)
 
• Company-paid Life and AD&D (w/ additional supplemental options)
 
• Generous Paid Time Off and ALL 11 Federal Holidays
 
• Legal and Identity Protection Services
 
• Bonuses for certifications and reimbursement
 
• UberOne, Company Outings (Sporting events, Happy Hours, etc.), Discounts on services including Pet Insurance

Company Awards

• SBA 8(a) Certified
• SDVOSB
• GSA Contract Holder
• Inc. 5000

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

E-INFOSOL LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.