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nLeague

System Administrator

Glen Allen, VA · On-site

Enterprise systems monitoring and incident response across Linux and Windows environments. * Production operations support for online, batch, and file transfer systems. * Batch job scheduling ...

City Of Warren, MI

Water Systems Monitor

Warren, MI · On-site

$83K/yr

The City of Warren is accepting applications for the position of Water Systems Monitor. Oversees and monitors plumbing installations to ensure compliance with the City's cross connection ordinances ...

General Atomics

Systems Specialist V

Aurora, CO · On-site

$87K - $132K/yr

Operational Monitoring and System Support: * Monitor system performance and integrity via direct access to Thresher tools, including the Warfighter Tools Support Dashboard and System Status ...

Palnar

Systems Analyst III

Detroit, MI · On-site

Support and monitor daily critical functional processes. * Support and coordinate release management activities. * Analyze customer's systems and capabilities to understand strengths and weaknesses ...

DPR Construction

Systems Administrator

Atlanta, GA

Enterprise network and systems monitoring toolsets - SolarWinds, HP, Dell, Cisco * Cloud operations and management (Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle) * Degree in engineering or equivalent experience ...

DPR Construction

Systems Administrator

Nashville, TN

Enterprise network and systems monitoring toolsets - SolarWinds, HP, Dell, Cisco * Cloud operations and management (Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle) * Degree in engineering or equivalent experience ...

DPR Construction

Systems Administrator

Orlando, FL

Enterprise network and systems monitoring toolsets - SolarWinds, HP, Dell, Cisco * Cloud operations and management (Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle) * Degree in engineering or equivalent experience ...

DPR Construction

Systems Administrator

Dallas, TX

Enterprise network and systems monitoring toolsets - SolarWinds, HP, Dell, Cisco * Cloud operations and management (Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle) * Degree in engineering or equivalent experience ...

DPR Construction

Systems Administrator

Tucson, AZ

Enterprise network and systems monitoring toolsets - SolarWinds, HP, Dell, Cisco * Cloud operations and management (Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle) * Degree in engineering or equivalent experience ...

DPR Construction

Systems Administrator

Tampa, FL · On-site

Enterprise network and systems monitoring toolsets - SolarWinds, HP, Dell, Cisco * Cloud operations and management (Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle) * Degree in engineering or equivalent experience ...

DPR Construction

Systems Administrator

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Enterprise network and systems monitoring toolsets - SolarWinds, HP, Dell, Cisco * Cloud operations and management (Microsoft, AWS, Google, Oracle) * Degree in engineering or equivalent experience ...

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How much do systems monitoring jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for systems monitoring in the United States is $27.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges encountered in a Systems Monitoring role?

Systems Monitoring professionals often face the challenge of promptly identifying and responding to system anomalies or outages, sometimes under significant time pressure. Shifting priorities and the need to handle multiple alerts simultaneously require strong organizational skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Additionally, adapting to evolving technologies and integrating new monitoring solutions is an ongoing aspect of the role. Collaborating closely with network engineers, IT administrators, and support staff is essential for ensuring that issues are resolved quickly to maintain optimal system performance.

What is a Systems Monitoring job?

A Systems Monitoring job involves overseeing and maintaining the performance, security, and availability of an organization's IT infrastructure. This role includes tracking system alerts, diagnosing technical issues, and ensuring that servers, networks, and applications are running optimally. Professionals in this field use monitoring tools to detect potential failures, prevent downtime, and improve system reliability. They may also collaborate with IT teams to implement preventive measures and troubleshoot incidents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Systems Monitoring position, and why are they important?

To excel in Systems Monitoring, candidates typically require strong analytical skills, knowledge of IT infrastructure, and experience with network operations, usually supported by relevant degrees or certifications. Familiarity with monitoring tools like Nagios, Zabbix, Splunk, and certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA are highly valued. Attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and effective communication help professionals quickly identify and relay issues within technical teams. These abilities are crucial for minimizing downtime and ensuring the continuous, efficient operation of critical systems.

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Infographic showing various Systems Monitoring job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 8% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,186 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

System Administrator

nLeague

Glen Allen, VA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Job ID: 791969

Position: System Administrator

Client: DSS

Location: 5600 Cox Rd. Glen Allen, VA

Duration: 05+ Months

  • Provides senior-level enterprise IT operations support, including system monitoring, batch processing, incident response, and production support. Coordinates with technical teams to ensure system availability, stability, and timely issue resolution.
  • The Systems Operations Contractor provides advanced operational and service desk support by responding to production problem reports, service requests, and project-related operational needs. This includes researching complex issues, communicating status and next steps to stakeholders, documenting activities in service management systems, and ensuring issues are resolved in accordance with established workflows and timelines.
  • The contractor maintains and updates operational documentation, including runbooks and playbooks, to ensure procedures remain accurate and effective. The role also involves consulting with application support, development, and operations teams to support system changes, new functionality, deployments, and ongoing production readiness. This includes reviewing technical documentation, identifying operational risks, and communicating potential impacts to management.
  • Participation in a 24x7 on-call rotation is required as part of a team-based operations model. The contractor is expected to manage multiple priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and consistently demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, and customer service orientation.

Required Skills:

  • Enterprise systems monitoring and incident response across Linux and Windows environments.
  • Production operations support for online, batch, and file transfer systems.
  • Batch job scheduling, execution, and failure analysis using enterprise schedulers such as BMC Control-M or equivalent.
  • Root cause analysis and troubleshooting of system, application, and infrastructure issues.
  • ITIL-aligned operational support, including incident, problem, and service request management.
  • Service desk and customer support skills, including clear communication of technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Operational documentation development and maintenance, including runbooks and playbooks.
  • Ability to work independently while coordinating with cross-functional technical teams.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting issues, workflows, and resolutions.
  • Ability to support a 24x7 operations environment, including on-call rotation.
  • UNIX / Linux administration experience, including CRON scheduling and shell scripting (BASH, Perl).
  • Familiarity with enterprise monitoring and alerting tools.
  • Experience supporting large, multi-user enterprise environments.