System Administrator (202607)

Purvis; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Purvis is seeking a dependable System Administrator to support government-grade systems in Rhode Island. The role covers Windows and Linux administration, desktop support, patching, virtualization, and cybersecurity compliance in a mission-focused environment.

You will work independently and with teams to diagnose and resolve issues, maintain security STIGs, perform backups, and assist with lab operations while ensuring service quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field; experience may substitute.
• 1–5 years in systems administration, desktop support, or related tech.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• RHCSA or equivalent RH/LINUX certification.
• Experience with Windows 10/11 and Windows Server.
• RHEL/Linux administration and patching experience.
• VMware vSphere and enterprise backup experience.
• Knowledge of STIGs and IA requirements.
• Ability to obtain/maintain US SECRET clearance.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide Windows and Linux system administration and desktop support for users, systems, applications, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and update system hardware and software.
• Administer and maintain RHEL environments, including configuration, patching, maintenance, and optimization.
• Support VMware vSphere virtual infrastructure and enterprise backup environments.
• Perform system patching, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening per IA requirements and STIGs.
• Troubleshoot software/hardware/OS issues and perform corrective maintenance.
• Perform system backups and support installation, recovery, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support cybersecurity and IA activities, including testing safeguards and advisories.
• Provide direct technical support to customers and document/resolve issues.
• Support lab operations, media transfers, BITS activities, inventory support, and visitor control.

Skills

Windows OS

Linux OS

Desktop support

System troubleshooting

Virtualization

Cybersecurity practices

Patch management

Customer service

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Tools

VMware vSphere

RHEL/Linux

Patching tools

Enterprise backups

STIGs

BITS

Job description

PURVIS Systems is a technology solutions partner that develops, implements and maintains mission-critical solutions for federal and local government agencies.

We have an immediate opening for a System Administrator. The ideal candidate is a dependable and technically skilled Systems Administrator who is comfortable supporting users and maintaining systems in a secure, mission-focused environment. This individual should have hands‑on experience with Windows and Linux systems, desktop support, system troubleshooting, patching, virtualization, and cybersecurity requirements. The successful candidate will be able to work independently while collaborating effectively with team members and customers, manage competing priorities, and troubleshoot technical issues from initial diagnosis through resolution. The candidate should be adaptable, customer‑focused, and comfortable supporting a variety of systems and day‑to‑day lab operations.

The day‑to‑day responsibilities of this role will include:

• Provide Windows and Linux system administration and desktop support for users, systems, applications, and peripherals.
• Install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and update system hardware and software.
• Administer and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments, including system configuration, patching, maintenance, and optimization.
• Support and maintain VMware vSphere virtual infrastructure and enterprise backup environments.
• Perform system patching, vulnerability remediation, and system hardening in accordance with applicable Information Assurance requirements and STIGs.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, operating system, application, and peripheral issues and perform corrective or preventive maintenance as required.
• Perform system backups, maintain software build media, and support system installation, recovery, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support cybersecurity and Information Assurance activities, including testing safeguards and implementing applicable IAVAs, IAVBs, and technical advisories.
• Provide direct technical support to customers while documenting, communicating, and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Support additional lab operations as needed, including media transfers, Base Inventory Tracking System (BITS) activities, inventory support, and visitor control.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field; applicable professional experience may be substituted for education requirements.
• 1- 5 years of relevant systems administration, desktop support, cybersecurity, Information Assurance, or related technical experience.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent RHEL/Linux certification.
• Working knowledge of Windows desktop and server operating systems, including Windows 10/11 and Windows Server environments.
• Experience with RHEL/Linux administration, system patching, troubleshooting, and configuration.
• Experience with VMware vSphere, virtualization, system backups, and enterprise IT environments preferred.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices, vulnerability remediation, STIG implementation, and Information Assurance requirements.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government SECRET security clearance and meet applicable Cyber Security Workforce/IAT requirements.
• Strong communication, customer service, problem‑solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Candidate must have or be able to obtain a government security clearance to the level of SECRET.

PURVIS has been committed to sustainable growth since our inception in 1973, striving for continual improvement without ever losing sight of our core values: transparency, integrity, and teamwork. We provide the tools and path for each employee to be successful – and in return, ask you to play a pivotal role in helping your peers and clients be successful, providing top‑notch teamwork and service. Peace of Mind at PURVIS means knowing your work provides immeasurable value to our team, our partners and our clients.

The PURVIS Team values the health and financial security of every employee. This is why we have chosen to offer all full‑time employees a comprehensive package of group benefit programs with enrollment options intended to offer flexibility – in both plan selection and level of coverage to maximize the value of your benefits as cost effective and affordable without compromising quality.

PURVIS values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.