Junior Systems Administrator - DoD IT (Panama City)

ISPA Technology, LLC; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary packages

Health, vision & dental

Generous PTO and holidays

401(K) with company match

Job summary

ISPA Technology, LLC is seeking a Junior Systems Administrator to join our team in Panama City, FL. The role focuses on administering Windows and Linux systems in a DoD environment, with opportunities to grow in scripting and automation.

The successful candidate will assist with patching, hardening, and vulnerability remediation, while working with tools like ACAS/Nessus, STIGs, Red Hat Satellite, and SCCM/MECM. A foundation in virtualization and scripting is valued.

Qualifications

• Foundational experience with Windows Server and Linux systems.
• Familiarity with virtualization such as VMware.
• Basic scripting or automation using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Ansible.
• Basic understanding of system administration, patching, and software installation.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support administration and troubleshooting of Windows Server, RHEL 8/9, VMware, and related infrastructure.
• Assist with OS and application patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation.
• Develop basic scripts to support routine tasks using Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Ansible.
• Test patches and config changes in lab environments before deployment.
• Assist with system hardening and vulnerability remediation using DoD STIGs tools.
• Support software and patch deployment using Red Hat Satellite and SCCM/MECM.
• Maintain system documentation and configuration records.
• Assist senior admins with troubleshooting and maintenance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Windows Server

Linux

VMware

Python

PowerShell

Bash

Ansible

Job description

ISPA Technology, LLC is seeking a Junior Systems Administrator to join our team in Panama City, FL. The role focuses on administering Windows and Linux systems in a DoD environment, with opportunities to grow in scripting and automation.

The successful candidate will assist with patching, hardening, and vulnerability remediation, while working with tools like ACAS/Nessus, STIGs, Red Hat Satellite, and SCCM/MECM. A foundation in virtualization and scripting is valued.