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Deloitte

Cyber ServiceNow - Consultant

Huntsville, AL · Remote

ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) * ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) ... This compensation range is specific to a Remote role and takes into account the wide range of ...

Deloitte

Cyber ServiceNow - Consultant

Birmingham, AL · Remote

ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) * ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) ... This compensation range is specific to a Remote role and takes into account the wide range of ...

CSAA

$96K - $113K/yr

Leads governance meetings, committee cadence, and material-change reviews (products, systems ... Monitors program administrator financial condition, credit exposure, and stress indicators in ...

Quanta Services

IT Support Analyst III

Birmingham, AL · Remote

... remote environments, including operational technology (OT) systems critical to energy ... Administer and maintain Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, Azure Active Directory ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote system administrator in Alabama is $80,603.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,400.00 and $94,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote System Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining IT systems, servers, and networks from a remote location. They ensure system performance, security, and updates while troubleshooting technical issues. This role often involves configuring hardware and software, monitoring system health, and responding to outages or cyber threats. Remote System Administrators typically use remote access tools and cloud-based solutions to perform their tasks efficiently. They play a crucial role in keeping an organization's IT infrastructure operational and secure.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote system administrator?

As a Remote System Administrator, your daily tasks often include monitoring servers and network performance, applying updates and patches, managing user permissions, and responding to support tickets or incidents. You'll routinely perform system backups, ensure data security, and coordinate with other IT staff or departments to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues. Regular communication via email, chat, or video calls is common when collaborating with team members or supporting users. This role requires both proactive maintenance and reactive problem-solving to keep IT environments running smoothly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote system administrator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote System Administrator, you need a solid background in computer networking, server management, troubleshooting, and information security, often demonstrated by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as Linux/Windows server environments, virtualization platforms, cloud services (like AWS, Azure), and certifications like CompTIA Server+, Microsoft, or Cisco are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, clear communication, and the ability to work independently are crucial soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure reliable system uptime, quick issue resolution, and effective collaboration with distributed teams in dynamic IT environments.

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Infographic showing various Remote System Administrator job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,603 per year, or $38.8 per hour.

Virtual Desktop Systems Administrator

Peraton

Huntsville, AL • On-site, Remote

$66K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

Responsibilities
Job Description:
Peraton is seeking an experienced systems Virtual Desktop Systems Administrator to join our national intelligence program that delivers engineering, application development, deployment, operations, upgrades and sustainment of products and services to achieve our client's global missions.
The successful Virtual Desktop Systems Administrator candidate will understand the VDI infrastructure, specifically how storage and network connectivity affect VDI performance and end user experience; hoe peripherals and devices affect work within the VDI; and how security integrates within the solution that doesn't impact the user experience.
Responsibilities:
  • Manage VDI environments, desktop computers, devices and systems for the program, including installs, configuration for systems software deployments, upgrade and patch management.
  • Analyze and make technical recommendations for desktop configuration selection to achieve fit for purpose for end users.
  • Create, maintain and deploy desktop images.
  • Monitor and maintain file server permissions by performing moves, adds, deletes and modifications of users for smooth and secure operations.
  • Support implementation of network security and redundancy by providing cryptography to network applications; managing host security, file permissions, backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure file system integrity.
  • Develop and conduct user training and instructions for program operating systems and applications.
  • Install, configure, test and maintain desktop and laptop PCs, mobile devices and peripherals, such as printers.
  • Troubleshoot to proactively resolve issues and their root causes and respond to technical requests for support.
  • Assess ongoing user experience and take action to resolve issues or to make enhancements.
  • Develop, implement and maintain processes, procedures, test cases, test results, issue resolutions, performance analysis, and user guidelines/ instructions documentation.

**Position is Contingent on Contract Award**
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
  • Active Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance with ability to pass a Poly clearances.
  • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience or PhD with 0 years relevant experience).
  • Additional 4 years experience may be substituted in lieu of a Degree.
  • Previous experience working as a PC Technician, VDI Administrator or other IT Support roles that provided the experience needed to be successful in the Desktop Systems Admin VDI role.
  • Current CISSP or Security + Certification.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI with Poly clearances.
  • DoD 8570.01-M IAT I or DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certification.

Security Clearance:
This Position requires an Active TS/SCI and the ability to obtain a Poly, US Citizenship is required To hold this clearance.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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At Peraton, we re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

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It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

2017

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