Systems Administrator 

Location: Virginia – Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Experience: 3–5+ Years
Interview Process: Phone and In-Person
Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite
Pay Rate: $30 to $36.00 per hour on W2

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support a mission-critical Transportation Operations Center. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, VMware, Active Directory, hardware support, and backup/recovery systems.

This position involves maintaining enterprise IT infrastructure, troubleshooting technical issues, supporting cybersecurity initiatives, and ensuring system availability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, and troubleshoot Windows Server and Red Hat Linux environments.

• Manage VMware virtualization, Active Directory, user accounts, and system access.

• Provide Tier 1–3 technical support for servers, desktops, laptops, and peripherals.

• Monitor server performance, system availability, logs, and infrastructure health.

• Perform system backups, recovery operations, patching, and software upgrades.

• Troubleshoot hardware, software, network connectivity, and application issues.

• Support cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, vulnerability mitigation, and security improvements.

• Maintain accurate system documentation, asset inventories, and change management records.

• Support infrastructure upgrades, system deployments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with technical teams and end users to resolve issues efficiently.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of Systems Administration experience, with approximately 5 years of hands-on experience in core technologies.

• Strong experience administering Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).

• Hands-on experience with VMware virtualization.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration.

• Experience supporting desktop, laptop, and server hardware.

• Experience with backup, recovery, system monitoring, and troubleshooting.

• Proven experience providing Tier 1–3 IT support.

• Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cybersecurity operations, security monitoring, or threat mitigation.

• Hands-on experience with networking equipment and infrastructure.

• Experience supporting Video Management Systems (VMS).

• Audio/video equipment support experience.

• Microsoft certifications or other relevant IT certifications.

• Experience supporting mission-critical or 24/7 operational environments.

Additional Requirements

• Must physically reside in the United States throughout the assignment.

• Must be available to work onsite.

• Must be able to participate in phone and in-person interviews.

Apply Today!

If you're a hands-on Systems Administrator with strong Windows, Linux, VMware, and Active Directory experience, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.