Sr Systems Administrator

Inuplands; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Sr Systems Administrator for a fully remote position supporting a major public sector account. You will manage Windows/Linux servers, Azure, and M365, including AD, Exchange, and VMware, with on-call duties on a 7x24 rotation.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience (or more with equivalents), and relevant certifications are highly recommended. U.S. citizenship and background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years or more experience; Four additional years' experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Certifications in Azure and/or Windows Server related areas are highly recommended.
• Must be a US Citizen and pass background checks as required by California DOJ and FBI.
• USPV+ requirement: onboarding equipment shipping and verification may apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage Windows and Linux servers, Azure, and M365 services and systems.
• Install and manage IaaS/PaaS, Active Directory, Exchange, and VMware (ESXi/vCenter).
• Provide on-call 24x7 support on a rotation basis.
• Troubleshoot performance, security, and connectivity across on-prem and Azure environments.

Skills

Azure

Windows Server

Linux Server

VMware

Exchange Online

Active Directory

Office 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

VMware

Exchange Online

Job description

Sr Systems Administrator

Job ID: 2615627

Location: Remote Work, CA, United States

Date Posted: Aug 14, 2026

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: On Call Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: Remote

Benefits:

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking an experienced server System Administrator in support of a managed services engagement for a major Public Sector account. This is a fully remote position.

The successful candidate will join a team of server Administrators responsible for:

Managing our client’s Windows Servers, Linux Servers, Azure, and M365 services and systems.

You will be required to install and manage IaaS services, PaaS services, M365 services, Active Directory, Exchange, VMWare including and not limited to -- performance tuning, storage management, backup and recovery, security, and operational and application support. Along with the rest of the team this position will be on rotation 7x24 on-call support duties.

The incumbent should have extensive experience with Windows Server and Linux Server Administrative tooling, excellent problem-solving skills, and hands‑on experience in all aspects listed above.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years or more experience; Four additional years' experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Certifications in one or more of following areas; Azure Solution Architect Expert, DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Administrator, Windows Server Hybrid Administrator, or equivalent are highly recommended.
• Must be a US Citizen and must be able to pass the California Department of Justice and FBI background check process.
• USPV+ REQUIREMENT: USPV+: will be a requirement.
  • Can’t start or get equipment shipped until this is completed during onboarding.

Experience and Skills:

• Administration of Azure Services including but not limited to:
  • Implementing, monitoring, and maintaining Azure solutions related to IaaS, PaaS services (compute, storage, network, and security).
  • Working knowledge of container-based infrastructure on Azure (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, AKS, etc.).
  • Backup, Recovery, HA solutions for Azure environments.
  • Experience in development using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (PowerShell, Python, Azure CLI, JSON, Bicep etc.).
• Windows Server administration includes; installation, configuration, upgrades, migration, and patching.
• Linux Server administration includes; configuration, upgrades, migration, and patching.
• Troubleshooting and resolving, application infrastructure, connectivity, and security issues in Azure and On-Prem environments.
• Troubleshoot server related performance issues related to resources e.g., CPU, memory, disk, and other resources.
• VMWare Administration includes; the ability to build, configure, and maintain a VMWare environment (ESXi, vCenter) along with experience in the usage of the platform.
• On-Premises Exchange Administration includes; the ability to build and configure new mailbox servers, and Edge SMTP servers; along with the day to day maintenance.
• Strong understanding and background in design and server administration of an Active Directory and Entra (Azure AD) environment including managing Group Policy and Azure Policies.
• Knowledge in DNS Server, DHCP Server, Kerberos, and Windows Auth.
• Knowledge of VPN connectivity and client troubleshooting.
• Administering Exchange Online, MS Teams, and Office 365.
• Incident, Change, Problem, and Configuration Mgmt. using ServiceNow.

Nice to Haves:

• Veritas NetBackup Administration.
• Storage Administration (NetApp).aspects listed above.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.