Senior Systems Administrator – Windows/Linux, Onsite

nLIGHT; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year

11 paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Health, Vision and Dental Care covered 100% for Employee

Paid Family Leave

Competitive 401k with company match

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in defense systems is seeking an experienced System Administrator for its Longmont, Colorado location. The role requires 5+ years of experience in System Administration with expertise in Windows Server, Active Directory, M365, and core networking. The candidate will manage both Windows and Linux environments and ensure the security and reliability of IT infrastructure. This position offers comprehensive benefits and an opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems that support the U.S. military.

Qualifications

• 5+ years System Administration experience across Windows Server, AD, M365, and core networking.
• Hands-on experience with Hyper-V and/or VMware.
• Practical Linux administration experience including building, securing, and maintaining OS images across different distributions.

Responsibilities

• Manage Windows and Linux servers; maintain Hyper‑V/VMware environments.
• Build, maintain, and secure Windows and Linux images.
• Support LAN/WAN networking, VPN, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, and general connectivity.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

M365

Linux Administration

Networking

PowerShell scripting

Hyper-V

VMware

CVE Evaluation

Automation tools

Education

Associate degree in Information Technology

Tools

Hyper-V

VMware

Job description

A technology firm specializing in defense systems is seeking an experienced System Administrator for its Longmont, Colorado location. The role requires 5+ years of experience in System Administration with expertise in Windows Server, Active Directory, M365, and core networking. The candidate will manage both Windows and Linux environments and ensure the security and reliability of IT infrastructure. This position offers comprehensive benefits and an opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems that support the U.S. military.