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System Engineer System Administrator Jobs in Florida

The System Administrator's primary function is to support the United States Air Force's 53rd Wing Technical Support Services (53rd WTSS) contract. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Linux System Administrator

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$62K - $141K/yr

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Linux System Administrator The Opportunity: We are seeking a skilled Systems Administrator to ... Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), CompTIA Linux+, or Linux Professional Institute Certification ...

System Administator - IT

Miami, FL

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Position Title: IT Systems Administrator Reports to: Director of Information Technology Department ... Skills and Qualifications: 1. Bachelor (4-year) degree, with a technical major, such as engineering ...

System Administator - IT

Miami, FL · On-site

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Position Title: IT Systems Administrator Reports to: Director of Information Technology Department ... Skills and Qualifications: 1. Bachelor (4-year) degree, with a technical major, such as engineering ...

$75K - $101K/yr

ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is looking for an experienced Senior System Administrator onsite at ... engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC is Redefining ...

System Administrator

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

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Maverc Technologies is seeking a System Administrator to support one of our customers. We are seeking a skilled and motivated System Administrator with strong networking experience to manage and ...

System Administrator

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

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Maverc Technologies is seeking a System Administrator to support one of our customers. We are seeking a skilled and motivated System Administrator with strong networking experience to manage and ...

Collaborate with DevOps, Networking, Security, and Development teams to deliver stable, scalable ... systems administrator in a Linux environment (preferably RHEL and Ubuntu). * Demonstrated ...

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System Engineer System Administrator information

What is a system engineer system administrator?

System Engineer System Administrators are IT professionals responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting computer systems and networks within an organization. They ensure that servers, workstations, and network infrastructure operate efficiently and securely. Their role often combines responsibilities from both system engineering (planning and deploying systems) and system administration (managing day-to-day operations and troubleshooting issues). These professionals play a critical role in ensuring system uptime, data integrity, and cybersecurity.

How do system engineer system administrators typically manage unexpected system outages or incidents?

System Engineer System Administrators are often the first responders when system outages or incidents occur. They follow established incident response protocols, which include immediate assessment, prioritization based on the severity, and communication with affected users or teams. Collaboration is key—they often work closely with network engineers, security teams, and end-users to diagnose and resolve issues quickly. This role requires not only technical troubleshooting skills but also the ability to remain calm under pressure and communicate effectively during high-stress situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a system engineer system administrator?

To thrive as a System Engineer/System Administrator, you need strong knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux), networking fundamentals, and experience with system maintenance and troubleshooting, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Active Directory, virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), cloud services (AWS, Azure), and certifications such as CompTIA, Microsoft, or Cisco are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals stand out in this role. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring reliable system performance, minimizing downtime, and supporting organizational IT needs efficiently.

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Infographic showing various System Engineer System Administrator job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.

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Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Company Overview

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide. 

Position Overview

This position is located at MacDill AFB, FL supports the Global Solutions Management-Operations II (GSM-O II), Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE). The JCSE team provides en-route, early entry, scalable C4 support to Regional Combatant Commands, Special Operations Command, and other agencies.

In this role, you will be responsible for system assessments, and providing hands-on engineering support. Key elements of this position include: Participate in evaluation, selection, implementation and on-going support of software, hardware and tools used by the Enterprise Infrastructure platform; Respond to End User requests for technical support and assistance within established procedures; providing Tier II support to the Joint Network Operations Center (JNOC); developing, engineering, and recommending hardware and software solutions; and conducting cybersecurity mitigations on design solutions to comply with Risk Management Framework (RMF) cybersecurity requirements.

Responsibilities
  • Responsible for implementing, tuning and maintaining LINUX server, MS Server, MS Domain Controller, MS Exchange, and VMWare vCenter, VIEW VDI, and VMware Horizon View based solutions running on virtualized infrastructure.
  • Support SCCM Systems Manager with all aspects of server maintenance, enterprise workstation imaging, application updates and deployments and issue resolution.
  • Designs, implements, configures, and maintains MS Server instances running on ESXi and VMware vSphere for server consolidation and virtualization.
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Storage Area Networks (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS) attached to VMware environments.
  • Manages Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS) and deploys Internet Information Services (IIS) on the DC.
  • Troubleshoots, isolates and identifies problems with all servers.
  • Monitor and manage system resources and log files to maintain operating efficiency.
  • Perform systems security and user administration functions
  • Design, implement and maintain a consistent backup and disaster recovery plan.
  • Provide technical direction on network topologies, server configurations, hardware software deployments and other administrative tasks related to production servers.
  • Document technical requirements, system changes, facilitate design sessions and architectural reviews.
  • Perform vulnerability and risk analyses of computer systems and applications during all phases of the system development life cycle.
  • Support updates to and maintenance of the POA&Ms for the JCSE Enterprise. Support development of RMF Security Plans and assist in the creation and updating of RMF accreditation packages.
  • Perform system and application patching as required to maintain the server's Authority to Operate (ATO) status through the Certification and Accreditation (C&A) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems and respond to escalated requests for technical assistance.
Required Experience/Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience; additional years of directly applicable experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • Current DoD 8140 (formerly 8570) IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+ce, CCNA Security, CySA+, etc.)
  • Virtualization, Linux or Microsoft Certification
Special Requirements/Security Clearance
  • Active Secret clearance required
  • Have flexible working hours to be available to support team when needed
Employment Type: OTHER