System Administrator 4

JOB TITLE: System Administrator 4

LOCATION: Herndon, VA

PAY RATE: $98.50/hour

We are a national staffing agency partnering with top-tier aerospace and defense companies, and we’re seeking first-class employees to join our clients’ teams!

Job Details:

Contract Length: 12 months (with potential extension)

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks: Bonus potential + Priority as a Tier 1 supplier

Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

Design, implement, and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, VMs, networks, and data storage.

Lead and mentor the IT systems team, assign tasks, ensure best practices, and promote professional development.

Provide advanced technical support, ensuring high performance, security, and availability of IT systems.

Manage IT projects such as system upgrades, network improvements, and technology integrations, delivering on schedule.

Implement and monitor cybersecurity measures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

Requirements:

Must have an active Top Secret Clearance

Typically requires advanced technical education (e.g., Bachelor’s degree).

9+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., PhD + 4 years, Master’s + 7 years, or 13 years’ related work experience).

Current Full Scope Polygraph (FSP).

System Administration experience with Linux/Unix or Windows platforms.

5+ years troubleshooting complex network issues.

5+ years communicating technical information to customer representatives in various forums, both written and verbal.

Extensive experience with RedHat Linux and Microsoft Windows servers, including installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.

Proven skills in managing, optimizing, and securing server environments for high availability, performance, and scalability.

Proficiency with virtualization, automation, and patch management across platforms to create integrated IT infrastructures.

In-depth knowledge of Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) standards, including Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).

Expertise in system hardening by applying STIGs to mitigate vulnerabilities and comply with military and federal cybersecurity requirements.

Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship is required under ITAR regulations. A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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