Lead Systems Administrator - Secure, Mission-Critical Ops

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 164,900; Full time

Job summary

A federal IT solutions provider in Atlanta is seeking a Systems Administrator Lead who will oversee technical operations for both on-premises and cloud services. This role involves optimizing server performance, implementing security controls, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in systems administration across Windows and Linux, obtain a SECRET clearance, and hold a relevant bachelor's degree. Competitive compensation ranging from $97,000 to $164,900 annually is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in systems administration.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
• Familiarity with ITIL-aligned practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize enterprise server platforms.
• Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for issues.
• Coordinate and execute patching and upgrades with minimal disruption.

Skills

Systems administration for Windows

Systems administration for Linux

Scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Linux distributions (Red Hat, CentOS)

Job description

A federal IT solutions provider in Atlanta is seeking a Systems Administrator Lead who will oversee technical operations for both on-premises and cloud services. This role involves optimizing server performance, implementing security controls, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in systems administration across Windows and Linux, obtain a SECRET clearance, and hold a relevant bachelor's degree. Competitive compensation ranging from $97,000 to $164,900 annually is offered.