System Administrator

Avalore, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 107,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

401k with matching

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Avalore, LLC is seeking a System Administrator to oversee the War Data Platform infrastructure, performing hands-on admin tasks, configuring user access, and maintaining security and reliability. The role involves monitoring, backups, automation, and documentation.

Candidates should be able to work in a dynamic environment with on-call rotations and English proficiency. Several levels are available (Junior, Journeyman, Senior) with expectations of 0–3, 4–7, and 8+ years of experience

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills.
• Professional proficiency in English.
• Bachelor’s degree required; security-related certifications may be needed for roles.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, on-call environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and secure the War Data Platform infrastructure.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and system configurations.
• Implement and maintain system monitoring tools and backup/recovery systems.
• Automate routine tasks via scripting; perform health checks; apply updates/patches.
• Document system configurations; monitor logs for performance and security issues.
• Participate in on-call rotations to ensure 24/7 availability.

Skills

Communication

Self-starter

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The System Administrator is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, and security of the War Data Platform (WDP) infrastructure. This person will perform hands‑on system administration tasks, including managing user accounts, permissions, and system configurations in accordance with established operational policies. This person will implement and maintain system monitoring tools, configure and manage backup and recovery systems, and automate routine administrative tasks using scripting and automation tools. They will conduct regular system health checks, apply system updates and patches to mitigate vulnerabilities, and serve as a primary point of contact for troubleshooting hardware and software issues. The System Administrator will maintain system documentation, monitor system logs for performance and security anomalies, and participate in on‑call rotations to ensure 24/7 platform availability.

SECRET Security Clearance Required Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+, or SSCP cerification (for Junior / Journeyman roles) SecurityX / CASP+, CCNP Security, CCSP, FITSP-O, or GFACT certification (for Senior role)

We are actively seeking multiple levels: Junior: 0 - 3 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree Journeyman: 4 - 7 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree Senior: 8+ years of experience + Bachelor's Degree

Good communication skills, self‑starter mindset. Professional proficiency in English is required.

Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Avalore will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Work Environment: Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment). Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands: While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear. Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Travel: Up to 10%/ Occasional travel. Avalore will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to [e-mail].

Avalore is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Eligibility requirements apply.

Salary at Avalore is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combinaition of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. Salary estimates for this job range from $107,000 - $220,000.

• Employer Contributions to Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Employee Assistance Program