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System Administrator

Colorado Springs, CO, US$80,001-$120,000Posted 2 days ago

Job Description

Job ID: 2614367

Location

Colorado Springs, CO, US

Date Posted

2026-07-08

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

Potential for Remote Work

ORA_ON_SITE

Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated System Administrator in Colorado Springs, CO to join our team and play a key role in managing and advancing our IT infrastructure within a Department of Defense (DoD) environment. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining robust, secure, and high-performing systems that support mission-critical operations.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with enterprise virtualization platforms (Nutanix, VMware, and/or Proxmox), Windows Server administration, and a working knowledge of DoD security compliance standards. You are someone who takes ownership, communicates clearly across teams, and thrives in a regulated, security-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and user permissions management.
  • Manage and optimize on-premises Type 1 hypervisor platforms (Nutanix, VMware, Proxmox) to ensure high availability and performance.
  • Implement and maintain system security controls in accordance with DoD standards and applicable STIGs/RMF requirements.
  • Monitor network performance, diagnose connectivity issues, and recommend improvements to infrastructure reliability.
  • Manage system patching and update cycles to maintain compliance, reduce vulnerabilities, and minimize operational downtime.
  • Administer and maintain backup and recovery technologies; conduct periodic validation of restore procedures.
  • Create and maintain thorough documentation of system configurations, procedures, and security policies.
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