Cleared Sr. Systems Administrator Linux/Windows

Sr. Systems AdministratorSummaryJoin a fast-paced team supporting a large, complex enterprise IT environment with geographically distributed and highly secure systems. This role provides hands-on system administration, troubleshooting, security, and infrastructure support across server, desktop, storage, and network environments. The ideal candidate is an experienced systems administrator who can adapt quickly, solve technical challenges, and work effectively with users, engineers, developers, and support teamRequired

• 8+ years of relevant Engineering experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Experience providing direct Systems Engineering support to end users and technical staff.
• Proficiency with Windows Server 2019 and Active Directory.
• Experience with software and hardware deployment, patching, operating systems, and system backup/restore.
• Familiarity with SALT, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, and Nessus.
• Experience with Red Hat and VMware.
• Strong understanding of security protocols, standards, and information security principles.
• Experience supporting both client and server virtualization environments.
• Experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and reimaging hardware.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create and maintain technical documentation for complex server and network environments.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Four (4) years of additional TE or related experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s degree.
• Required Security Clearance: TS/SCI w/Poly

Desired

• SQL Server experience.
• Python and/or scripting experience.
• Experience supporting software configuration management and development environments.
• Agile experience.
• Familiarity with PKI, HSMs, and NTP.
• PowerShell and PowerCLI experience.
• Experience supporting security accreditation and certification activities.

*Salary Range: $ 180,000- $230,000*The provided salary range is an approximation based on current market data and may vary. The final offer will be determined after carefully considering the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications as they relate to the position. This range is intended as a reference point and is subject to change.

Bestgate Engineering is a leading software and systems engineering firm supporting military and government customers.We are currently hiring Cleared Software Developers, CNO Engineers, Systems Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Security Engineers.At Bestgate, you'll work alongside some of the industry's most experienced software and systems engineers, tackling mission-critical challenges across cloud-native technologies, software modernization, embedded systems, data science, DevSecOps, and more. We believe exceptional people deserve exceptional support, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package focused on your well-being, career development, and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive Pay – Less frill for more in your base pay.
• Flexible PTO to fit your work/life needs + 11 holidays.
• 7% 401k Employer Gift – Vested immediately.
• 100% Paid Carefirst medical premiums for both individuals and families.
• Training/Career Pathing – Annual budget for training, mentoring, and an Internal Mobility Program.
• Morale Building Events – Time given to enjoy connecting with other Bestgate Employees.

Apply to learn more about us, and the work we have available!External Referral Program - If now's not the right time, but you know someone that is looking for a change, we offer competitive external referral bonuses for every hire!Equal Employment Opportunity: Bestgate Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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