Senior Systems Administrator - Linux/Windows & Cybersecurity

Ampcus, Inc; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus, Inc is seeking a Systems Administrator to join our Staunton, VA team. The role requires 3–5 years of systems administration experience and hands-on work with Red Hat Linux and Windows servers.

You will install, configure, monitor, and maintain servers, desktops, and related infrastructure, while delivering Tier 1–3 support and strong customer service. You will also handle backups, security monitoring, patching, and documentation, ensuring systems meet policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in systems administration.
• Experience administering Red Hat Linux and Windows OS servers.
• Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting servers, desktops, and related infrastructure.
• Knowledge of system monitoring, backups, security monitoring, patch management, and user accounts.

Responsibilities

• Respond to support requests across Tier 1 through Tier 3.
• Provide exceptional customer service and communicate effectively with teammates and customers.
• Configure and deploy Linux/Windows servers and desktop/workstations.
• Perform daily system monitoring and verify integrity of hardware, servers, and services.
• Review logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including backups.
• Monitor resources and resolve connectivity issues; troubleshoot hardware and software problems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders regarding issues and resolutions.
• Apply OS patches and upgrades; upgrade admin tools as needed.
• Maintain documentation and inventory records; support capacity planning and performance tuning.

Skills

Linux (Red Hat)

Windows Server

Active Directory

VMware/Virtualization

Backup & Recovery

Help Desk Support

Customer Service

Cybersecurity

Video Management Systems

Audio-Video Support

Microsoft Certifications

Job description

Ampcus, Inc is seeking a Systems Administrator to join our Staunton, VA team. The role requires 3–5 years of systems administration experience and hands-on work with Red Hat Linux and Windows servers.

You will install, configure, monitor, and maintain servers, desktops, and related infrastructure, while delivering Tier 1–3 support and strong customer service. You will also handle backups, security monitoring, patching, and documentation, ensuring systems meet policies and standards.