Senior Systems Administrator

Senior Systems Administrator

Location: Washington, DC

Job Type: Hybrid 2-3 days onsite in Washington, DC

Description:

Our client seeks an experienced Systems Administrator to support Azure Cloud Operations for the NTIA Federal Network Operations Center (NOC). This role involves managing and maintaining critical IT infrastructure, ensuring system availability, security, and performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Azure cloud services, system administration, and IT security.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure and services.
• Ensure system availability, performance, and security.
• Implement and maintain disaster recovery solutions.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support business needs.
• Maintain documentation of system configurations and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration, preferably with Azure cloud services.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols.
• Experience with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, etc.).
• Strong understanding of IT security principles and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect, or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Experience with automation tools and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.

Clearance: Public Trust clearance required.