# Systems Administration Intern **Company**: Leidos **Work arrangement**: onsite **Experience**: entry **Job type**: internship **Salary**: $48,100.00 - $86,950.00 **Category**: IT **Industry**: Technology **Apply**: https://leidos.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Arlington-VA/Systems-Administration-Intern_R-00195528?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply **Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_68235799-743 ## Description Are you looking to bridge your classroom coursework in computer science, systems administration, or cybersecurity with real-world national defense technology? At Leidos, we don’t just offer internships - we offer career acceleration. Join Leidos’ mission-focused Air Force National Capital Region (AFNCR) IT Services team supporting senior defense leaders and national-level command functions. It's a fast-paced, high-stakes environment where the work directly supports national defense operations where uptime is mission-essential. As a Systems Administration Intern you will work side-by-side with experienced enterprise technicians and system administrators. You will gain direct, hands-on experience troubleshooting computer systems, setting up hardware, configuring mobile devices, and delivering first-class customer support to personnel in a professional government environment. **Primary Responsibilities:** - Systems & Hardware Operations (Hands-On Learning): + Shadow senior systems administrators during the setup, testing, and deployment of enterprise servers, workstations, and peripheral equipment. + Assist in physical hardware relocations, cable management, hardware diagnostics, and component upgrades. - Software Installation & System Maintenance: + Learn and assist with the deployment and configuration of GCCS client and server software operating on Windows platforms within Active Directory and DNS environments. + Observe and assist in executing routine system audits, pre-deployment checklists, and daily health-monitoring scripts. - Automation & Administration Fundamentals: + Gain practical exposure to PowerShell scripting and automation tools used to configure workstations and pull system reports. + Observe Group Policy Objects (GPOs), DHCP configuration, and identity management within an enterprise Active Directory domain. - Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management: + Learn how DoD patch management and vulnerability remediation processes work in a secured environment. + Shadow the application of software patches and security updates to maintain system readiness. - Data Protection & Disaster Recovery Support: + Assist in running routine system backup procedures and learn how contingency and disaster recovery (COOP) plans are structured for high-availability military command systems. **Required Qualifications:** - Currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Systems Administration, or a closely related field. - Must be in good academic standing (Rising Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors considered). - U.S. Citizenship is required. - Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance (or possess an active clearance). - Foundational understanding of Windows operating systems and fundamental PC hardware architecture. - Basic understanding of networking fundamentals (IP addresses, subnets, DNS, default gateways). - Classroom familiarity or personal interest in scripting (PowerShell, Bash, or Python). - Strong intellectual curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and eagerness to learn specialized defense software. - Solid written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Current CompTIA Security+ certification (or actively preparing to take the exam for DoD 8140/8570 compliance). - Experience with virtual machines (VirtualBox, VMware, Hyper-V) or home-lab system administration. - Familiarity with PowerShell commands or basic administrative scripts. - Prior experience in IT support, help desk, campus technology labs, or student computing centers. - Exposure to basic command-line utilities, Active Directory concepts, or relational databases. **Work location and schedule** - National Capital Region (Pentagon / Joint Base Andrews / Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling area) - FT or PT, core business hours 8am-4pm, 10-12 week internship, target start early June 2027 - Limited public transportation options **Why Leidos? What This Internship Offers You** - Real-World Impact: Hands-on exposure to mission-critical systems that support top senior leaders and joint military defense operations. - Direct Mentorship: Daily guidance from senior systems engineers who are invested in your technical growth and professional development. - Defense Tech Foundation: Clear pathways toward post-graduation full-time employment, government security clearance attainment, and DoD 8140 compliance. - Skill Advancement: Transform academic theory into tangible experience spanning Windows Server environments, PowerShell automation, enterprise cybersecurity, and disaster recovery. ## Skills ### Required - Windows operating systems - PC hardware architecture - networking fundamentals - scripting (PowerShell, Bash, or Python) - cybersecurity - systems administration ### Nice to have - CompTIA Security+ - virtual machines (VirtualBox, VMware, Hyper-V) - PowerShell commands - basic administrative scripts - IT support - help desk - campus technology labs - student computing centers --- Source: [Apply at leidos.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com](https://leidos.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Arlington-VA/Systems-Administration-Intern_R-00195528?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply)