Junior System Administrator

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.

 

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and user permissions management.

• 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.

• Updating systems to include but not limited to Windows Server, Windows 11, Linux, additional third-party software.

• Administer and maintain backup and recovery technologies; conduct periodic validation of restore procedures.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to evaluate, implement, and enhance system functionality and security posture.

• Stay current on emerging technologies, industry best practices, and evolving DoD compliance requirements.

 

 

 

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.