Systems Engineer-Turtle Gut

Apex Systems, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems seeks a Systems Engineer to join an Agile IT Infrastructure team. You will perform Windows or Linux system administration, automate tasks with scripts, patch systems, and maintain networks and data storage to maximize uptime.

The role requires DoD clearance, 3+ years of IT administration, and hands-on experience with AD/GP, and hypervisors like OpenStack/Hyper-V/VMware. Excellent problem solving and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Active DoD 8570 certification (Security+ or equivalent) is required.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required.
• 3+ years of IT administration experience.
• Experience with hypervisors such as RedHat OpenStack, Hyper-V, or VMware.
• Scripting experience in Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
• Experience with RHEL 9, Windows Server 2022, Windows 11, and network equipment.
• Experience with IT security hardening and AD/GP.

Responsibilities

• Perform Windows or Linux system administration tasks.
• Automate server administration and deployment with scripts.
• Complete system patching and hardening.
• Support user interactions and incident response.
• Design new capabilities and maintain networks and data storage for uptime.

Skills

Security clearance

Top Secret clearance

Bash scripting

PowerShell scripting

Python scripting

Network administration

Tools

RedHat OpenStack

Hyper-V

VMware

RHEL 9

Windows Server 2022

Windows 11

Active Directory

Group Policy

Job description

# Systems Engineer-Turtle GutApply**Job#: 3053683****Job Description:** *Candidates must be U.S. citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense security clearance as a condition and continuation of employment.*Apex Systems is seeking a talented and dedicated Systems Engineer to become a member of an Agile team focused on IT Infrastructure (Systems Administration, Networking, & Hardware).In this role you will:• Have access to growth opportunities where you can make a difference to a very important mission.• Join one of the portfolio's Agile (scrum) Systems Admin teams.• Be involved in Windows or Linux system administration• Using scripts to automate server administration and deployment• Complete system patching• Support user interactions• Design new capabilities• Maintain networks and data storage to ensure maximum up-time for development and operations• Demonstrate your great work ethic, communication skills, creativity and problem-solving skills to make a lasting difference.This position requires a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.**Basic Qualifications**• Currently hold an active DOD 8570 certificate (Security+, etc.)• Currently hold an active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain an SCI security clearance• 3+ years of experience with IT administration• Experience managing hypervisors such as RedHat OpenStack, Hyper-V, or VMWare• Scripting with bash, PowerShell, python, etc.• Experience with managing RHEL 9, Windows 11 and Server 2022, and network equipment• Experience with IT system security hardening• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy.**Desired Skills**• Automate IT tasks using tools such as Ansible or Terraform.• Seeks opportunities to take ownership of solving complex problems• Cisco ISE knowledge• Knowledge of OSI/ TCP-IP Model *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** King Of Prussia, PA, US**Job Type:** Engineering and Technicians**Date Posted:** September 30, 2026**Pay Range:** $70 - $90 per hour