New The Skills of Tomorrow: how AI-exposed is every skill in 2026? See the data →
GDIT

Senior Systems Administrator - TS/SCI with Polygraph

GDIT
Apply →
onsite senior full-time $165,750 - $224,250 Reston, VA

First indexed 25 Oct 2026

Description

Join GDIT as a Senior Systems Administrator and build an impactful career in enterprise IT. As a Systems Administrator SME, you will advance how our customers operate while advancing your career.

Responsibilities:

  • Plans, designs, and implements infrastructure changes and system upgrades.
  • Manages and troubleshoots multiple VMware environments.
  • Provides Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Creates STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.
  • Creates, tests, and deploys software packages using software deployment products such as SCCM, PDQ, etc.
  • Provides expert level support and mentoring for Mid and Junior Systems Administrator personnel.
  • Develops and maintains installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.
  • Utilizes scripting to automate common tasks.
  • Performs hardware maintenance/repair activities.
  • Ensures proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.
  • Provides advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.

Requirements:

  • Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash.
  • Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other types of enterprise level Virtual Infrastructures.
  • Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Object (GPO).
  • At least 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Security + Certified; Must presently be 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2 preferred)
  • Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in a field applicable to this work
  • US Citizenship Required
  • TS/SCI with CI Poly

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
  • 401K with company match
  • Competitive pay and paid time off
  • Full flex work weeks where possible
  • Paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
  • Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance