Systems Administrator - Jr

TekSynap; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TekSynap is seeking a Systems Administrator - Jr to support the DIA CIO Infrastructure Services contract in the National Capital Region. The role covers tier 2/3 watch, secure enterprise infrastructure delivery, and collaboration with government leads and technical teams.

The position requires DoD-aligned certifications, strong communication, and the ability to work in a classified on-site environment with a 4x10 schedule. Target salary ranges are published with broader compensation details.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree plus 2+ years of relevant experience or approved combos.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification; DoD 8140 transition required.
• Experience performing junior Systems Administrator duties in classified environments.
• Strong written and oral communication; able to work independently and in teams.

Responsibilities

• Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems with network engineers.
• Monitors CPU/disk usage and response times to maintain efficiency.
• Performs systems security administration; creates user profiles.
• Sets up administrator accounts and maintains system documentation.
• Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
• Makes hardware/software purchasing recommendations and coordinates installs.
• Develops and monitors policies for resource allocation.
• Coordinates with government reps, leadership, and partners.
• Maintains accurate technical/status docs; identifies risks and actions.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Tools

DoD 8140 competency

Job description

Responsibilities & Qualifications

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network engineers.
• Monitors and manages system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, and response times tomaintainoperating efficiency.
• Performs systems security administration functions, including creating user profiles and accounts.
• Other duties may include setting up administrator accounts,maintainingsystem documentation, tuning system performance, installing system widesoftwareandallocatingmass storage space.
• Interactswith users andevaluatesvendor products.
• Makes recommendations topurchasehardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery.
• Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
• May be assigned responsibility for less experienced staff.
• Perform Systems Administrator - Jr duties for the DIA CIO Infrastructure Services programin accordance withapproved technical, security, quality, configuration, and change-control processes.
• Coordinate assigned activities with Government representatives, program leadership, engineering, operations, cybersecurity, service owners, and other mission partners.
• Maintainaccuratetechnical, operational, and status documentation;identifyrisks, issues, dependencies, and corrective actions affecting assigned work.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• U.S. citizenship and an active TS/SCI clearance arerequired. A polygraph will berequiredfor the position, and the employee must obtain andmaintainall customer-mandated system and facility access.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an area applicable to the position plus at least 2 years of relevant experience.
• OR Qualifying education and experience combinations: HS/GED plus 6 years; associate plus 4 years; bachelor plus 2 years; master plus 0 years.
• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification minimum; transition to the Government-designated DoD 8140 work-role qualification isrequired.
• Demonstrated junior-levelproficiencyperforming Systems Administrator - Jr responsibilities in classified or mission-critical information technology environments.
• Experienced with frequent use and application of technical standards,principlesand theories.
• Works under general supervision, providing solutions to technical problems of moderate scope/complexity.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of an integrated technical team.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One or more of the following certifications are desired: Security+, Microsoft, Red Hat, VMware, or Citrix role-based certification.
• A certification satisfying the next higher applicable DoD 8570 category or the corresponding DoD 8140proficiencylevel is preferred.
• Current training and hands-on experience with the tools, platforms, and mission processes used by the assigned service lane are preferred.

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Administrator - Jr to join our team supporting the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) CIO Infrastructure Services (CIS) contract at the National Capital Region (NCR).The DIA CIO Infrastructure Services program provides secure enterprise infrastructure engineering, operations, and technology-refresh support across classified environments. This junior Systems / Platform position performs continuous tier 2/tier 3 watch coverage and supports reliable, secure, and mission-focused delivery in coordination with Government leads, program leadership, service lanes, and technical teams.

TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Visit us at www.TekSynap.com .

The safety and health of our employees is of the utmost importance. Employees are required to comply with any vaccination requirements mandated by contract, applicable law or regulation.

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Additional Job Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: National Capital Region (NCR)
• Type of environment:Secure contractor office/SCIF; on-site work isrequired. Remote work is not authorized for classified duties.
• Noise level: Low to moderate
• Work schedule:Full-time 4x10 mid shift, Wed-Sat,approximately 22:00-08:00 local. Schedule may change, and evening, weekend, holiday, or on-call work may berequiredto meet mission needs.
• Amount of Travel:Up to 10% CONUS travel to Government, contractor, or mission-support locations may berequired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grip, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds.

The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI security clearancerequired. A polygraph will berequiredfor every position and must be obtained andmaintainedthroughout the period of performance. The employee mustmaintainSCI access and all customer-mandatedsystemand facility access.

OTHER INFORMATION

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

TekSynap is a drug‑free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.

Many positions require specific certifications and/or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants who accept an offer of employment may be subject to investigations performed by TekSynap and/or the Government to verify the candidate meets the required qualifications and other eligibility requirements.

WAGE INFORMATION

Target salary range: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00. The salary range displayed is an estimate only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

TekSynap is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

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Job Locations

US-National Capital Region

ID

2026-9666

Category

Systems Administrator/Engineer

Type

Regular Full-Time