Sr Systems Administrator

AnaVation, LLC; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Competitive pay

Paid leave and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Job summary

AnaVation, LLC in Reston, VA is seeking a Sr Systems Administrator to join our mission-critical team and support our key customer. The role focuses on planning, designing, and implementing infrastructure changes and handling complex VMware environments, Active Directory, GPO, and multi-OS administration.

Ideal candidates will have TS/SCI with Polygraph, a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of related experience, and a current Security+ or equivalent IAT Level II certification.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph.
• Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience related to the functional area.
• Certifications: Current active CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent IAT Level II.
• Required Experience and Knowledge: Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash.
• Required Experience and Knowledge: Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other enterprise‑level virtual infrastructures.
• Required Experience and Knowledge: Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPO).

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement infrastructure changes and system upgrades.
• Manage and troubleshoot multiple VMware environments.
• Provide Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Create STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.
• Create, test, and deploy software packages using SCCM, PDQ, etc.
• Provide expert‑level support and mentoring for mid and junior System Administrator personnel.
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.
• Utilize scripting to automate common tasks.
• Perform hardware maintenance/repair activities.
• Ensure proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.
• Provide advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

VMware

Nutanix

Active Directory

GPO

Job description

AnaVation is seeking a Sr Systems Administrator to join our team and support our mission‑critical customer in Reston, VA.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement infrastructure changes and system upgrades.
• Manage and troubleshoot multiple VMware environments.
• Provide Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Create STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.
• Create, test, and deploy software packages using SCCM, PDQ, etc.
• Provide expert‑level support and mentoring for mid and junior System Administrator personnel.
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.
• Utilize scripting to automate common tasks.
• Perform hardware maintenance/repair activities.
• Ensure proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.
• Provide advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.

Required Qualifications

• Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
• Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience related to the functional area
• Certifications: Current active CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent IAT Level II
• Required Experience and Knowledge:
  • Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash.
  • Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other enterprise‑level virtual infrastructures.
  • Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPO).

Preferred Qualifications

• Linux OS (CentOS, RHEL) administration.
• Satellite server administration.
• Ansible playbook writing.
• Implementing STIGs.
• Experience supporting a software configuration management and development environment.

Benefits

• Generous cost sharing for medical insurance for the employee and dependents
• 100% company paid dental insurance for employees and dependents
• 100% company paid long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• 100% company paid vision insurance for employees and dependents
• 401(k) plan with generous match and 100% immediate vesting
• Competitive pay
• Generous paid leave and holiday package
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Life and AD&D insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity

AnaVation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.