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Infotech Sourcing

System Admininistrator

Ashburn, VA · On-site

Security System Administrator Location: Ashburn, VA Summary The Security Systems Administrator is ... This role blends hands-on ownership of CCTV/VMS, Access Control, and Key Management platforms with ...

Infotech Sourcing

System Admininistrator

Ashburn, VA

Security System Administrator Location: Ashburn, VA Summary The Security Systems Administrator is ... This role blends hands-on ownership of CCTV/VMS, Access Control, and Key Management platforms with ...

Reflexive Concepts

System Administrator III

Laurel, MD · On-site

Reflexive Concepts is seeking a skilled System Administrator III to join our team! Qualifications ... We work across multiple hosting platforms (OpenStack, AWS, and VMWare), but support Linux VMs. This ...

FLASH Technology Group

System Administrator III

Laurel, MD · On-site

$168K - $191K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

System Administrator III! Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required Must be a US citizen Description ... Work across multiple hosting platforms (OpenStack, AWS, and VMWare), but only support Linux VMs.

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Flash Technology Group

System Administrator III

Laurel, MD · On-site

$168K - $191K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

System Administrator III! Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required Must be a US citizen Description ... Work across multiple hosting platforms (OpenStack, AWS, and VMWare), but only support Linux VMs.

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H2 Performance Consulting

System Administrator

White Sands, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

H2 Performance Consulting (H2) is seeking a System Administrator to join our current contract ... Virtual Machine Servers (VMs) * OS Hardening via patch management via WSUS, MECM ADR, PDQ, Shavalik ...

H2 Performance Consulting

System Administrator

White Sands, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

H2 Performance Consulting (H2) is seeking a System Administrator to join our current contract ... Virtual Machine Servers (VMs) * OS Hardening via patch management via WSUS, MECM ADR, PDQ, Shavalik ...

TIER4 GROUP

Linux System Administrator

Natick, MA · Hybrid

Linux Systems Administrator 6+ Month Contract Hybrid in Natick, MA Key Responsibilities:  Linux ... For existing VMs, ensure timely OS updates, security patching, and installation of monitoring and ...

H2 Performance Consulting

System Administrator

White Sands, NM · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

H2 Performance Consulting (H2) is seeking a System Administrator to join our current contract ... Virtual Machine Servers (VMs) * OS Hardening via patch management via WSUS, MECM ADR, PDQ, Shavalik ...

Sourceability

System Administrator

Austin, TX · On-site

Administer and maintain Windows Server, Linux VMs, and core infrastructure systems. * Support VMware / vSphere infrastructure, including routine operations, monitoring, patching, maintenance ...

Sourceability

System Administrator

Austin, TX · On-site

Administer and maintain Windows Server, Linux VMs, and core infrastructure systems. * Support VMware / vSphere infrastructure, including routine operations, monitoring, patching, maintenance ...

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How much do vms system administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for vms 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 is a VMS system administrator?

A VMS System Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining systems running on OpenVMS, a multi-user, multitasking operating system. They ensure system stability, security, and performance, performing tasks such as user management, patching, backups, and troubleshooting. Administrators also configure system resources, manage storage, and support critical applications. They collaborate with teams to optimize system efficiency and minimize downtime.

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

To thrive as a VMS System Administrator, you need strong expertise in managing Virtual Memory Systems (VMS)/OpenVMS operating systems, scripting, networking, and system security, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools like HP OpenVMS, backup and recovery utilities, and relevant certifications such as HP ASE or ITIL can be highly beneficial. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication help you excel in troubleshooting and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring system reliability, security, and efficient operations in enterprise IT environments.

What are some typical challenges a VMS system administrator faces in their day-to-day work?

VMS System Administrators often encounter challenges such as maintaining uptime on legacy OpenVMS systems, applying patches without disrupting critical business services, and ensuring robust security practices in environments with aging infrastructure. They may also be required to troubleshoot intricate system errors and coordinate with developers or network teams to resolve performance issues. Adapting to new technologies while maintaining deep expertise in legacy systems is a common balancing act. These challenges mean administrators must be proactive, resourceful, and capable of continuous learning to keep systems running efficiently and securely.

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Infographic showing various Vms System Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,927 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Cloud System Administrator

ArthurPaige

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

ArthurPaige is looking for a Cloud System Administrator to perform server Certificate life cycle, monitoring VM health status, updating software on VMs (manually and through YUM repos), making sure VMs satisfy the latest security requirements set by the Enterprise. (Original intent to account for additional system administrator work for a Splunk platform).


Additional Duties

- Monitoring and managing production Linux VMs - stand-alone VMs and those integrated in a Kubernetes cluster – across multiple hosting platforms.
- Work with customers and the development team to support product needs. Including trivial changes (i.e., VM name changes) to significant efforts (i.e., new cluster builds).
- Some Dev Ops tasks include running and maintaining Ansible playbooks to push out changes to VMs and monitoring the Kubernetes clusters through Rancher or Kubectl commands to ensure the cluster's nodes and pods are healthy and running smoothly.


Requirements
- Linux/RHEL8, Ansible, SSP Compliance, Firewalls, and AWS experience
- CentOs or RHEL Experience, PKI Certificate /Server Certificate Setup, Kubernetes, AWS, VMWare, OpenStack, Git
A current TS/SCI FSP and U.S. Citizenship is required.

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