Fulltime Linux Windows System Administrator Jobs in Washington

Join The Aerospace Corporation as a Classified Windows System Administrator (Systems Administration Specialist II/III) and play a pivotal role in securing and advancing critical national space assets.

In this dynamic role, you will deploy, operate, and maintain our enterprise-scale corporate server infrastructure as part of the high-performing Computational Services team. You will oversee thousands of enterprise and high-performance computing systems across both on-premise and cloud environments, collaborating closely with world-class rocket scientists and engineers to develop cutting-edge solutions to complex challenges in the space enterprise. In your day-to-day work, you will manage both virtual and physical server infrastructures, ensuring robust system security and adherence to operational best practices.

Our team thrives on a shared sense of responsibility and ownership, emphasizing collaboration across diverse, cross-functional groups. If you are passionate about innovative technology, eager to contribute to mission-critical projects, and ready to advance your career in a supportive, forward-thinking work environment, we invite you to apply and join us at the forefront of aerospace innovation.

Hiring for two full-time, on-site positions-one based in El Segundo, CA and one based in Chantilly, VA.

What You'll Be Doing

• Expertly manage and deploy enterprise-grade Windows server systems, ensuring robust performance and reliability in high-demand environments.
• Oversee and optimize virtual server environments and infrastructure operations to maximize efficiency and scalability.
• Implement rigorous system hardening measures and continuous monitoring to maintain optimal security posture and compliance with industry standards.
• Apply critical security updates and remediate system vulnerabilities promptly, safeguarding infrastructure against evolving threats.
• Provide comprehensive support for remote access solutions such as Citrix and Windows Terminal Server, ensuring secure and seamless connectivity for distributed teams.
• Install, operate, and maintain high-performance server hardware and storage solutions, reinforcing a stable and resilient IT foundation.

What You Need to be Successful

Minimum Requirements for Systems Administration Specialist II:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum (2) years of experience inenterprise Windows administration including provisioning, configuration, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and security hardening forclassified and unclassifiedenterprise environments is required.
• Minimum (1) year of enterprise virtualization experience with either VMware or Hyper-V is required.
• Proven ability to articulate ideas clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats, facilitating seamless collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated expertise in time management and task prioritization, ensuring efficient execution of responsibilities even in high-pressure environments.
• Ready to embrace change and excel in dynamic work environments, quickly adjusting to evolving organizational needs and challenges.
• A committed professional who takes pride in delivering outstanding customer service while upholding the highest standards of personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570.01-m requirements for IAT Level II personnel such as CompTIA Security+ certificationis required.
• This position requires a current and active TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required.

In addition to the above, the minimum requirements for the Systems Administration Specialist III include:

• Minimum (3 years inenterprise Windows administration including provisioning, configuration, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and security hardening forclassified and unclassifiedenterprise environments is required.
• Minimum (3) years of experiencesupporting an enterprise-scale Windows environment that includes NFS or Windows filesystemsharesand Active Directory integration is required.

How You Can Stand Out

It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Systems/Technology is highly desirable, or an equivalent level of practical experience demonstrating advanced problem-solving capabilities in enterprise IT environments, is preferred.

• Proven experience in automating repetitive tasks using modern DevOps and scripting tools such as Puppet, PowerShell DSC, Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Terraform, or Python, ensuring efficient system management and operational excellence.

• Demonstrated knowledge and hands-on experience with critical Windows environments, including:

  • MS SQL Always-On Clustering:Expert in implementing and managing high-availability SQL Server clusters.
  • Virtualization Platforms:Proficient with VMware ESXi, vCenter, and associated high availability services, as well as Hyper-V and Windows Admin Center for robust virtualization management.

• Experience deploying and maintaining Windows systems in air-gapped environments is preferred, highlighting your ability to manage and secure isolated network infrastructures.