Lead Systems Administrator

NT Concepts; Vienna (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,336 - 180,504; Full time

Job summary

NT Concepts is looking for a Systems Administrator who will support the DoD enterprise Military Housing system. This role involves leading a team of engineers, administering SAP Business Objects, and managing Windows/Linux servers. Candidates must have a technical degree and 10 years of relevant IT experience.

The position offers a salary range of $120,336 to $180,504 USD, with occasional on-site presence in Norfolk, VA.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant IT management experience in a DoD or similar environment.
• Team leadership experience with network engineers and system administrators.
• Strong technical writing skills for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of network engineers and system administrators.
• Serve as the primary administrator for SAP Business Objects on Windows Server.
• Administer Windows/Linux servers and manage user accounts.

Skills

SAP Business Objects (BOXI 4.3+)

Dynatrace

Splunk administration

DNS management

Windows Server

Linux administration

VMware/ESXi

Oracle Database patching

F5 Big-IP/Big-IQ

DoD STIG compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Commvault

Cisco networking

Jira

Confluence

Job description

NTC OVERVIEW

Leading Systems Administrator – Join NT Concepts, an innovative, agile company dedicated to solving the most critical challenges in National Security.

Mission Focus

Support the DoD enterprise Military Housing system, a complex system of 34 web-based modules used by over 10,000 active users to meet the housing needs of over 2.5 million service members, DoD civilians, and their families.

Location / Flexibility

Local to the DC Metro Area; Remote Flexible.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of network engineers and system administrators, interface with off‑site hosting group to maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade an enterprise application system.
• Serve as the primary administrator for SAP Business Objects (BOXI) on Windows Server – installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, troubleshooting, performance monitoring.
• Support Dynatrace for application and infrastructure monitoring; configure dashboards, alerts, integrations; analyze performance data and assist with incident root cause analysis.
• Coordinate DNS changes and network connectivity with network teams.
• Administer Splunk SIEM – log aggregation, monitoring, security compliance, forwarders, indexes, dashboards, log analysis.
• Provide backup support for F5 Big‑IP/Big‑IQ load balancer administration – configuration changes, SSL certificate management, troubleshooting application delivery.
• Administer Windows/Linux servers, VMware/ESXi, Nutanix, NetApp, Tintri, and cloud‑integrated infrastructure across on‑premise and DoD/Navy‑approved cloud environments.
• Ensure ACAS findings are remediated; apply STIGs; maintain cybersecurity compliance per DoD and Navy requirements.
• Apply Oracle quarterly patches, track vulnerabilities, and ensure timely application.
• Manage user accounts in Production, QAE, and Staging; Jira/Confluence access; reset SFG and privileged accounts.
• Maintain Commvault/Hyperscale backup infrastructure, conduct quarterly DR exercises, manage off‑site tape process.
• Maintain TLS/SSL certificate lifecycle using Digicert; track renewal and procure software support agreements.
• Prepare monthly Hosting Technical Slides, metrics reports; maintain ISCP, SBC, POA&M documentation.
• Execute scheduled and emergency maintenance windows; manage planned and unplanned outages.
• Participate and present during CMB & System Manager meetings.

Qualifications

• Must be located in or willing to relocate to Washington, DC or Norfolk, VA.
• Occasional on‑site presence and travel to the Norfolk, VA office.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline and at least 10 years of relevant IT management experience, with demonstrated expertise in hosting, systems administration, and enterprise application support in a DoD or similar environment.
• Team leadership experience with network engineers and system administrators; experience with off‑site hosting groups.
• Expertise with SAP Business Objects (BOXI 4.3+), Windows Server administration.
• Experience with Dynatrace or similar application/infrastructure monitoring tools.
• Splunk administration and log analysis knowledge.
• DNS management and network troubleshooting experience.
• F5 Big‑IP/Big‑IQ or similar load balancer experience.
• Knowledge of Windows Server, Linux administration.
• Experience with VMware/ESXi, Nutanix, NetApp, Tintri virtualization and storage.
• Oracle Database patching, configuration, and AuditVault experience.
• Commvault backup and recovery operations experience.
• Cisco networking and switch management knowledge.
• Proficiency in managing DoD STIG compliance and remediating ACAS vulnerabilities.
• Jira and Confluence administration knowledge.
• Certificate management (Digicert or equivalent).
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity frameworks and IA processes.
• Experience with DoD procurement processes (PR/ITPR submissions).
• Strong technical writing skills for documentation and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD or Navy IT systems.
• Familiarity with eMH or similar enterprise systems.
• DoD 8570/8140 compliance (e.g., Security+, CISSP).
• Experience with Azure or other DoD‑approved cloud environments.
• Familiarity with Camunda, RSA, Agiloft, or Dynatrace.

Certification Requirements

• Must obtain or already hold a CompTIA Security+ or DoD 8140‑equivalent certification within six months of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

Compensation

$120,336 – $180,504 USD.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As set forth in NT Concepts’ Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.