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Systems Administrator - HCI

SAIC

Springfield, VA

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SKILLS
Ansible, Bash Scripting, Capacity and Performance Management, Cloud Computing, Clustering Software, CompTIA - Computing Technology Industry Association, CompTIA Security+, Computer Science, Cross-Functional, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Data Recovery, Disaster Recovery, Documentation Standards, Emerging Technology, Federal Government, GIAC - Global Information Assurance Certification, GSEC - GIAC Security Essentials Certification, Hardware Virtualization, High Availability, Human-Computer Interaction, Hypervisors, ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Load Balancing, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Hyper-V, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Virtual Server, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Military/DoD Standards, Nagios Monitoring Tool, Network Configuration Management, Operational Support, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Red Hat Linux Operating System, SSCP - Systems Security Certified Practitioner, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Compliance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Patches, Splunk, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Systems Reliability, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Topology, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Defense (DoD), VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network), VMWare, VMWare Certified Professional (VCP), Virtual Machine (VM), Virtualization, Windows PowerShell, Work From Home
LOCATION
Springfield, VA
POSTED
1 day ago
Job ID: 2611689

Location: Springfield, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-04-20

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Systems Administrator - HCI (Hyper-Converged Infrastructure) to join our MAJESTIC Joint Program Office (JPO) Team to support the operational management, maintenance, and optimization of mission-critical IT systems in an enterprise environment. This role focuses on administration and troubleshooting of hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) systems, particularly Nutanix, as well as Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.

As a key member of the team, you will ensure the performance, scalability, and reliability of HCI systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support seamless operations. The ideal candidate has a robust understanding of virtualized environments, HCI technologies, and enterprise infrastructure.

All work for this position must be conducted on-site in Springfield, VA.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Administer, configure, and maintain Nutanix HCI infrastructure, including cluster creation, upgrades, storage, and workload optimization
  • Perform day-to-day system administration for Windows Server environments, including Active Directory (AD), group policies, and DNS
  • Provide advanced support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), including configuration, system tuning, troubleshooting, and patch management
  • Ensure high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) capabilities for HCI clusters and virtualized environments
  • Perform system performance monitoring, capacity planning, and tuning for enterprise systems using tools such as SolarWinds, Splunk, Nagios, or Grafana
  • Develop, implement, and manage automated workflows for provisioning and system maintenance using scripting tools like PowerShell, Bash, or Python and platforms such as Ansible
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper integration between Nutanix, Windows, and RHEL environments in hybrid IT environments
  • Conduct troubleshooting and resolve complex system and network issues involving virtual machines, storage, and networking configurations within HCI platforms
  • Perform patch management for HCI, Windows, and RHEL systems to ensure security and operational readiness
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), topology diagrams, and troubleshooting guides
  • Assist in evaluating, implementing, and testing emerging HCI technologies and practices to enhance the overall infrastructure
  • Support compliance with federal and industry security and operational standards, including NIST 800-53, RMF, and DoD 8510.01


Qualifications

Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree

Certifications (CWF Requirements):
  • Candidates must satisfy Cybersecurity Workforce Framework (CWF) ID 451 (System Administrator - Intermediate Level) requirements, as outlined by Navy COOL

This requirement can be met by possessing one or more of the following qualifying certifications:
  • CompTIA Cloud+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
  • GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
  • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

OR This requirement can be met through:
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or a related field

Experience:
  • 6-10 years of professional experience managing and supporting enterprise-level IT environments

Technical Skills:
  • Advanced Nutanix System Administration, including AHV cluster setup, lifecycle management, resource optimization, and troubleshooting
  • In-depth experience managing Windows Server environments, including Active Directory (AD), group policy management, and DNS configuration
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) for configuration, patching, system hardening, and troubleshooting
  • Advanced understanding of virtualization platforms, including VMware, Hyper-V, and Nutanix AHV, and the ability to manage virtual machines in multi-hypervisor environments
  • Proficiency in backup and disaster recovery processes, clustering, and high availability (HA) platforms, especially in HCI technologies
  • Strong skills in scripting and task automation using PowerShell, Bash, or Python to streamline operations and enhance system performance
  • Expertise in system monitoring and diagnostics using Splunk, Nagios, SolarWinds, and Grafana to proactively identify and address performance issues
  • Broad knowledge of networking technologies, including DHCP, VLANs, load balancers, and protocols such as TCP/IP
  • Strong familiarity with compliance and security frameworks, including RMF, NIST 800-53, and DoD cybersecurity standards

Preferred Certifications (In Addition to CWF Requirements):
  • Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) or other advanced Nutanix certifications
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or similar virtualization certifications
  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
  • Familiarity with ITIL v4 frameworks

Clearance Requirement:
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Poly

Work Environment and Notes:
  • On-Site Work: All work must be conducted on-site in Springfield, VA
  • Program Scope: Supports on-premises enterprise IT environments, including virtualized Windows servers, MS SQL Server databases, and networking layers
  • Subcontractor Role: Responsibilities and compensation vary based on the subcontract agreement, with a competitive salary aligned to market rates and role-specific requirements



SAIC is a premier technology integrator providing full life cycle services and solutions in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining Ingenuity through its deep customer and domain knowledge to enable the delivery of systems engineering and integration offerings for large, complex projects. SAIC's approximately 15,000 employees are driven by integrity and mission focus to serve customers in the U.S. federal government. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $4.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see .

About the Company

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SAIC

SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions. We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
2013
WEBSITE
https://jobs.saic.com/

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