Systems Administrator

Apolis; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Apolis is seeking a Systems Administrator/Windows Systems Engineer for a long-term, 100% on-site role in Norfolk, VA. The position requires eligibility for a Secret clearance and a Security+ CE or IAT Level 2 certification.

Shadowed by a 1-step video interview, shifts run 7am-3pm EST. The candidate should have 1-2 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, strong Ansible skills, Windows expertise, and scripting/automation capabilities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience with Bachelor's Degree (flexible for good candidates).
• Requires Secret clearance.
• Security+ CE or IAT Level 2 certification.
• Experience with Ansible.
• Experience with Windows environments.
• Experience in scripting and automation.

Skills

Ansible

Windows environments

Scripting

CI/CD tooling (Jenkins/GitLab)

Azure DevOps basics

Distributed teamwork

PowerShell/Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab

Azure DevOps

Job description

Systems Administrator/ Windows systems engineer

Location: Norfolk, VA (100% On site)

Duration: Long Term Contract

Eligible to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
1 Step Video Interview
Shifts to Work- 7am-3pm EST

Must Haves

• 1-2 years experience with Bachelors Degree (can be somewhat flexible for good candidates)
• Requires Secret clearance
• Must have Security + CE Certification or any other IAT Level 2 certification
• Must have Ansible experience.
• Must have experience with Windows environments as well.
• Experience with scripting and automation

Technical Skills

• Ability to obtain an IAT Level II Baseline Certification (e.g., CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP) within the first 3 months of employment.
• Ansible knowledge and experience with Windows is necessary.
• Must be able to support program execution in secure environments.
• Experience with automated script design, coding, debugging, and maintenance.
• Experience in CI/CD toolsets (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and familiarity with agile development methodologies.
• Ability to work effectively with a distributed team in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment.
• Basic understanding of Azure DevOps workflows, projects, and custom configurations.
• Experience in automating tasks with scripting languages like PowerShell or Python.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation for automating test environments.
• ITILv4, Scrum Master, or Agile SAFe certification(s) or applicable experience.