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Reston, VA

System Administrator Reston, VA, USA Full-time Clearance: Top Secret/SCI As a systems administrator ... Willing to work 4pm-12am shift Desired Qualifications: * Knowledge of DHCP, switches, and ...

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System Administrator

Reston, VA · On-site

System Administrator Reston, VA, USA Full-time Clearance: Top Secret/SCI As a systems administrator ... Willing to work 4pm-12am shift Desired Qualifications: * Knowledge of DHCP, switches, and ...

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System Administrator

Reston, VA

System Administrator Reston, VA, USA Full-time Clearance: Top Secret/SCI As a systems administrator ... Willing to work 4pm-12am shift Desired Qualifications: * Knowledge of DHCP, switches, and ...

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System Administrator

Reston, VA · On-site

System Administrator Reston, VA, USA Full-time Clearance: Top Secret/SCI As a systems administrator ... Willing to work 4pm-12am shift Desired Qualifications: * Knowledge of DHCP, switches, and ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for swing shift 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.

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Swing Shift System Administrators often encounter unique challenges such as handling critical incidents during off-hours, collaborating with daytime teams asynchronously, and maintaining system uptime with limited in-person support. To manage these effectively, clear documentation, strong communication skills, and thorough shift handover processes are essential. Building strong relationships with both day and night teams and utilizing reliable ticketing systems can also help ensure issues are resolved seamlessly and nothing falls through the cracks.

What is a Swing Shift System Administrator?

A Swing Shift System Administrator is an IT professional responsible for managing and maintaining computer systems, networks, and servers during the swing shift, which typically covers late afternoon to late evening hours. Their duties include monitoring system performance, applying updates, troubleshooting issues, and providing technical support to end-users. Working these hours ensures that critical systems are supported outside of standard business times, helping organizations maintain continuous operations and respond quickly to after-hours incidents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Swing Shift System Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Swing Shift System Administrator, you need expertise in operating systems (Windows/Linux), network troubleshooting, and server maintenance, typically supported by a degree in IT or a related field and relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA). Familiarity with monitoring tools, ticketing systems, virtualization platforms, and backup solutions is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you manage incidents and collaborate with day and night teams. These competencies are crucial for ensuring system reliability and seamless operations during non-standard hours.
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Night Shift System Administrator

D2 Technical Services

Fort Belvoir, VA • On-site

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED**
Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Administrator. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most.
As a Systems Administrator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on TS/SCI Cleared Systems Administrator joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Fort Belvoir, VA.
HOW A SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
Job Summary:
Maintains an organization's computer systems' workflows and is responsible for the upkeep, configuration and reliable operation of computer systems, As a Systems Administrator, you will work closely with both on-site and remote users to coordinate site visits and upgrades, provide on-site and remote resolution support for trouble calls, and provide TIER 2/3 support of Unix/Windows workstations and servers, including Web servers, network attached storage devices, and stored data in support of business processing requirements.
This position requires Night Shift Hours from 10pm-6am
Job Duties:
  • Systems administration of desktop and server systems connected to local and wide area networks. Desktop system management responsibilities involving account monitoring, security, Operating System (OS) installation, and other local area system administration related functions.
  • Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems and management of system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems
  • Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
  • Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 problem identification, diagnosis and resolution
  • Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers
  • Install/load operating system and application software
  • Isolate and resolve hardware and software problems involving the applications, the operating system, the hardware, the communications infrastructure, or any combination therefore
  • Troubleshoot, maintain integrity and configure network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance
  • Perform software installations and upgrades to Unix/Windows operating systems and layered software packages and maintains them in accordance with established policies, procedures and service level agreements; evaluation and installation of software/hardware patches and resolution of software related problems associated with COTS/GOTS products
  • Create and follow procedures to maintain and manage multiple linked databases including security, data safety and integrity, disaster recovery, and bulk data import/exports.
  • Conduct routine and emergency maintenance of assigned data center equipment
  • Communicate/coordinate scheduled preventive maintenance windows with potentially impacted customers
  • Collaborate and contribute to the development, administration, and testing of backup and recovery plans
  • Ensure systems are secure to STIG guidelines by utilizing tools such as Retina and HBSS
  • Maintain operational, configuration, and other standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Verify system availability with existing Enterprise tools

This position requires Night Shift Hours from 10pm-6am
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience.
  • Must have Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days of hire
  • TS/SCI Clearance required and eligibility to obtain CI Poly
  • UNIX, Windows, and/or Storage administration
  • Experience working with trouble reporting and tracking systems
  • Ability to respond to after hour calls "provide on-call support"
  • Ability to travel 0-20% to local area sites as well as other locations with similar architecture/footprint.
  • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Desired Skills:
  • Experience in the imagery intelligence domain a plus
  • Ability to create and modify scripts in multiple disciplines on Windows, Linux, and Solaris systems
  • Knowledge of the Customer's processes and procedures and of the Customer's production systems a plus
  • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
  • Ability to function as a team member and independently
  • Prefer skills in one or more of the following: Window Server, Red Hat, IRIX, Solaris, Sybase, Informix, SQL, and Imagery Production Chain
  • General knowledge of database administration, network administration and possess network configuration management skills.
  • Must have a valid US passport

Additional Information
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
  • Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $115-125k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
  • Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!

D2 Technical Services is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience. Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.

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