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SMX

Linux Systems Administrator (5483)

Patuxent River, MD · On-site

$95K - $145K/yr

SMX is seeking a Linux System Administrator to support an embedded lab environment at NAS Patuxent River. This role provides direct hands-on support for hardware, operating systems, and applications ...

SMX

Linux Systems Administrator (5325)

Patuxent River, MD · On-site

$78K - $130K/yr

SMX is seeking an Embedded Linux System Administrator to support a lab environment on-site at NAS Patuxent River. This role focuses on hands-on support of hardware and operating systems within an ...

Starfish

System Administrator

Huntsville, AL

In this role, you will work alongside senior systems administrators and engineers to maintain ... You will gain hands-on experience managing physical lab hardware, enterprise Linux and Windows ...

Globenet Consulting Corp

System Administrator

Lynnwood, WA · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

System Administrator Location: Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Let's Create Our Future Together at The AES ... Maintain lab environments for testing updates before production deployment. * Provide software ...

The AES Group

System Administrator

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

System Administrator Location: Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 Let's create our future together at The AES ... Support virtualized server infrastructure and administer lab environments for testing before ...

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How much do lab system administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for lab system administrator in the United States is $88,927.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a lab system administrator?

To thrive as a Lab System Administrator, you need a solid background in computer science, network administration, and troubleshooting, often supported by a bachelor’s degree or equivalent technical experience. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), Windows/Linux server environments, virtualization platforms, and relevant certifications such as CompTIA Server+ or Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate are key. Strong problem-solving abilities, clear communication, and attention to detail help you excel in this collaborative and dynamic environment. These skills ensure smooth lab operations, data integrity, and rapid resolution of technical issues critical to research or production workflows.

What does a lab system administrator do?

A Lab System Administrator manages and maintains the IT infrastructure in a laboratory environment, ensuring that systems, networks, and software run efficiently. They are responsible for installing, updating, and troubleshooting lab-related hardware and software. Additionally, they monitor system performance, enforce security protocols, and support end-users with technical issues. Their role is crucial in maintaining data integrity, compliance with industry regulations, and overall lab productivity.

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Infographic showing various Lab System Administrator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,927 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Test Lab System Administrator (Level II)

VMR Strategic Solutions

Fort Huachuca, AZ

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ.

Clearance: Secret

VMR Strategic Solutions is seeking a Test Lab System Administrator (Level II) to support our client. This position will be responsible for monitoring and tuning the system to achieve optimum performance levels. The administrator will ensure workstation/server data integrity by evaluating, implementing, and managing appropriate software and hardware solutions. The administrator will also confirm data/media recoverability by implementing a schedule of system backups and database archive operations.

Duties

  • Responsible for the installation, maintenance, configuration, and integrity of computer software.
  • Implement operating system enhancements that will improve the reliability and performance of the system.
  • Install, configure, operate, and maintain Windows system servers, web servers and database servers in support of business processing requirements
  • Install, configure, and maintain dedicated workstations (OS, software, applications).
  • Perform account and access management for multiple servers, specified applications and databases.
  • Schedule and perform software installations and upgrades to operating systems and layered software packages in accordance with Program Management Office guidelines and release announcements.
  • Monitor and tune the system to achieve optimum performance levels.
  • Ensure workstation/server data integrity by evaluating, implementing, and managing appropriate software and hardware solutions.
  • Ensure data/media recoverability by implementing a schedule of system backups and database archive operations.
  • Develop and maintain test facility Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Maintain and support physical and virtual servers using Windows operating system and applications to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.
  • Perform router and switch configuration and maintenance.

Qualifications

Required education and experience:

  • Requires a Bachelor’s degree; an Associate’s degree with at least 6 years of experience; at least 60 semester hours of formal education working towards an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and at least 6 years of experience; or 12 years of experience.
  • Requires current DoD 8570.01M IAT/IAM/IASAE Level II certification. Additional certifications (other than those required for the position) in the area of specialization may be substituted for 1 year of experience. The degree must be in a relevant technical curriculum and experience must be related to the job duties.
  • This position requires an active Secret security clearance on hire date with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance. Current TS/SCI is desired.
  • Requires current Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification on hire date with the ability to obtain and maintain ACAS and Host Base Security Systems (HBSS) certifications. Current ACAS and HBSS certifications are desired.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting Windows servers. Linux and/or Solaris server experience is a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining both physical and virtual servers.
  • Experience working with Microsoft Windows Active Directory servers is desired.
  • Experience working Cisco firewall and F5 load balancer/application filter configuration/maintenance is desired.
  • Knowledge or experience working with DISA / DoD is desired.

Required Clearance

  • Secret