Secure Systems Administrator: Windows, Linux & VMware

Purvis; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis is seeking a dependable System Administrator to support government-grade systems in Rhode Island. The role covers Windows and Linux administration, desktop support, patching, virtualization, and cybersecurity compliance in a mission-focused environment.

You will work independently and with teams to diagnose and resolve issues, maintain security STIGs, perform backups, and assist with lab operations while ensuring service quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field; experience may substitute.
• 1–5 years in systems administration, desktop support, or related tech.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• RHCSA or equivalent RH/LINUX certification.
• Experience with Windows 10/11 and Windows Server.
• RHEL/Linux administration and patching experience.
• VMware vSphere and enterprise backup experience.
• Knowledge of STIGs and IA requirements.
• Ability to obtain/maintain US SECRET clearance.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Windows and Linux system administration and desktop support for users, systems, applications, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and update system hardware and software.
• Administer and maintain RHEL environments, including configuration, patching, maintenance, and optimization.
• Support VMware vSphere virtual infrastructure and enterprise backup environments.
• Perform system patching, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening per IA requirements and STIGs.
• Troubleshoot software/hardware/OS issues and perform corrective maintenance.
• Perform system backups and support installation, recovery, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support cybersecurity and IA activities, including testing safeguards and advisories.
• Provide direct technical support to customers and document/resolve issues.
• Support lab operations, media transfers, BITS activities, inventory support, and visitor control.

Skills

Windows OS

Linux OS

Desktop support

System troubleshooting

Virtualization

Cybersecurity practices

Patch management

Customer service

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

VMware vSphere

RHEL/Linux

Patching tools

Enterprise backups

STIGs

BITS

Job description

Purvis is seeking a dependable System Administrator to support government-grade systems in Rhode Island. The role covers Windows and Linux administration, desktop support, patching, virtualization, and cybersecurity compliance in a mission-focused environment.

You will work independently and with teams to diagnose and resolve issues, maintain security STIGs, perform backups, and assist with lab operations while ensuring service quality and customer satisfaction.