System Administrator

Inuplands; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a System Administrator to join the Huntsville, AL team. The role focuses on maintaining Windows servers and development/test environments, using PowerShell to automate tasks and ensure system security and availability. Remote work with onsite attendance as needed, within 50 miles of Huntsville.

The candidate will support patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, and documentation, with DoD 8140 IAT-II certification and Secret clearance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience with 2 years hands-on IT work; 6 years' experience may substitute for degree.
• DoD 8140 IAT-II compliant certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Microsoft Windows 11/Server certification or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, patch, and monitor Windows servers/workstations.
• Troubleshoot OS, application, hardware, connectivity, and authentication issues.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate maintenance and health checks.
• Support Senior System Administrator and Cyber Security Analyst as required.

Skills

DoD 8140 IAT-II

Windows OS & MS products

PowerShell scripting

Troubleshooting hardware/software

Teamwork & change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

IIS

Microsoft SQL Server

VMware Cloud Director

AWS EC2

Job description

System Administrator

Job ID: 2615833
Location: Remote Work, AL, United States
Date Posted: Aug 19, 2026
Category: Information Technology
Subcategory: Sys Administrator
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
Benefits:

Job Description

Description

SAIC is seeking a System Administrator to join our team based out of Huntsville, AL.

The Junior System Administrator supports the daily administration, maintenance, security, and availability of mission-critical IT systems for a small software development team. The role focuses on managing servers, laptops, desktops, and virtual machines used for development and testing. Responsibilities include routine patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining system documentation.

The role leverages scripting and automation to streamline tasks, assists in identifying performance or security issues, and applies approved security baselines and hardening standards across Windows systems.

Please note this role is remote but does require onsite attendance as needed. Candidates must live within 50 miles of Huntsville, AL.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, patch, and monitor Windows servers and workstations.
• Troubleshoot OS, application, hardware, connectivity, and authentication issues using standard tools.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts to automate maintenance and health checks.
• Support Senior System Administrator and Cyber Security Analyst as required.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience two (2) years’ hands-on experience; Six (6) years’ additional experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements

• Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance; US Citizenship required.

Required Qualifications

• DoD 8140 IAT-II compliant certification (e.g., Security+) or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Microsoft Windows 11 / Server or equivalent OS certification.
• 0-3 years’ hands-on experience in IT, systems administration, or infrastructure support (1-3 years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft OS and products (Windows 11, Server, Microsoft 365, Teams).
• Ability to troubleshoot routine hardware/software issues independently and elevate complex problems.
• Team player with experience coordinating updates and deployments following change management procedures.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience with IIS and Microsoft SQL Server.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware Cloud Director, AWS EC2).
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and software development/testing environments.
• Knowledge of DISA STIGs, STIG tools and implementation.

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.