Lead Systems Administrator

Edgewater Federal Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Federal Solutions seeks a Lead Systems Administrator to oversee and support IT infrastructure in Washington, DC. This role involves managing servers, networks, and security to ensure optimal performance, while leading a technical team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in IT, Top Secret Clearance, and strong technical skills.

Benefits

Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K with employer matching

Tuition and Technical Training Reimbursement

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 14+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
• Active Top Secret Clearance or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with backup and disaster recovery solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain IT infrastructure including servers and networks.
• Ensure security and integrity of systems and data.
• Lead and mentor a team of systems administrators.

Skills

Server Administration

Network Administration

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Communication

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Systems Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the administration, maintenance, and support of our IT infrastructure. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead a team of IT professionals.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the organization's IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and storage systems.
• Ensure the security and integrity of all systems and data.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Implement and manage backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Lead and mentor a team of systems administrators and IT support staff.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify and address their IT needs.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field of study (experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, with a total of 14+ years).
• Active Top Secret Clearance or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of server and network administration.
• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Preferred certifications and training (or similar equivalents):
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert
• Microsoft Certifications and Applied Skills
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Formal installation and programming training for current versions of CCure and Genetec
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA A+
• Azure Database Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals
• Formal SharePoint Certifications or demonstrated experience
• ITIL Foundations

Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $135,000.00 - $165,000.00
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pre-Tax 401K and/or After-Tax Roth IRA (with employer matching contribution)
• Tuition and Technical Training Reimbursement
• Exercise Reimbursement
• Computer Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment

Work Location: Washington, DC

Work Arrangement: Onsite

About Us

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2025.

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law