System Administrator Level IV

General Dynamics Information Technology; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 153,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Systems Administrator, where your expertise in Linux and Windows systems will drive innovation in enterprise IT. You will play a vital role in enhancing systems that support U.S. government agencies, ensuring their operations are secure and efficient. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will tackle complex challenges, implement security measures, and optimize system performance. With a commitment to professional growth, you will have access to cutting-edge technology and career development opportunities. Make a meaningful impact in a collaborative team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

401K with company match

Health and wellness packages

Career development support

Education and certification opportunities

Cutting-edge technology access

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator in similar scope programs.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1, 2, and 3 problem identification and resolution.
• Support implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems.
• Perform account management and ensure compliance with security controls.

Skills

Computer Servers

Linux

Microsoft Windows

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

4 years of additional SA experience

Tools

Active Directory

SCCM

DNS

Group Policy

PAM

MS Exchange

VDI solutions

Job description

**Req ID:** RQ190119

**Type of Requisition:** Regular

**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

**Public Trust/Other Required:** None

**Job Family:** Systems Administration

**Skills:**

• Computer Servers
• Linux
• Microsoft Windows
• Troubleshooting

**Experience:**

9+ years of related experience

**US Citizenship Required:** Yes

**Job Description:**

System Administrator Level IV

Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Administrator Senior with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Administrator Senior, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

HOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

1. Provide Tier 1, 2, and 3 problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution of problems.
2. Support implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems.
3. Perform account management, e.g., establishing, activating, modifying, disabling, and removing accounts.
4. Ensure configuration management and compliance with system security controls.
5. Perform vulnerability scans of systems periodically.
6. Support day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for client/server/storage/network devices and mobile devices.
7. Implement security patches and record patch status appropriately.
8. Support escalation and communication of system status to management and customers.
9. Optimize system operations, resource utilization, and perform capacity planning.
10. Provide troubleshooting expertise for IT systems.
11. Analyze and report on escalated issues to management.
12. Support hardware and system dispatch and resolution processes.
13. Configure and manage UNIX, Linux, and Windows operating systems, troubleshoot, and optimize network components.
14. Coordinate with ISSO and ISO regarding system changes, security milestones, and compliance.
15. Ensure IT assets comply with ICAM policies.
16. Support system and hardware design, analyze complex problems, and assist with system architecture.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or 4 years of additional SA experience.

Experience: 20+ years as a SA in similar scope programs.

Certifications:

• DoD 8570 IAT Level III
• CE Certification (Microsoft OS, CentOS/Red Hat)
• 8+ years in Service Management (ITSM)
• ITIL 4 certification
• Experience with Active Directory, Identity Management, SCCM, DNS, Group Policy, Active Role Servers, PAM, MS Exchange, or VDI solutions.

Security Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Location: Customer Site

**GDIT Benefits:**

• 401K with company match
• Health and wellness packages
• Career development support
• Education and certification opportunities
• Cutting-edge technology access
• Paid time off and holidays

The salary range is approximately $153,000 - $207,000, based on experience and location. Our benefits include health plans, dental, vision, 401(k), paid leave, disability, life insurance, and more. We aim to offer competitive and valued benefits to our employees.

Join GDIT to be part of a global leader in technology and professional services, supporting U.S. government agencies with innovative solutions. Learn more and stay updated by joining our Talent Community at https://gdit.com/tc.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.