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Junior System Administrator

Zachary Piper Solutions, LLC

Yesterday
DoE Q or L
$55,000 - $60,000
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Las Vegas (On-Site/Office)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Junior System Administrator to join a classified defense aviation program located in Las Vegas, NV through 100% onsite presence . The Junior System Administrator will manage and maintain secure IT infrastructure, configure security tools, monitor system performance, and support national security operations within a high-compliance environment .

Responsibilities of the JuniorSystem Administrator include:
  • Manage and maintain servers, networks, and IT infrastructure within a secure environment
  • Install and configure security software and hardware to support classified operations
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure uptime across mission-critical systems
  • Apply strong knowledge of operating systems and networking protocols to optimize system reliability
  • Use system administration tools to automate tasks and streamline operations
  • Document system configurations, updates, and procedures to support audits and compliance

Qualifications of the Junior System Administrator include:
  • 2+ years in cybersecurity or related IT fields
  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field
  • Active DOE Q or Top Secret clearance
  • Security + or Red Hat certification
  • Understanding of operating systems, networking protocols, and system security principles
  • Proficiency with system administration tools
  • Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to support mission-critical infrastructure

Compensation for the Junior System Administrator includes:
  • Salary Range: $55,000-$60,000 **depending on experience**
  • Per diem & relocation assistance available
  • Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Plan, Holidays, PTO, sick leave as required by law

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Zachary Piper Solutions is a National Security focused technology services and consulting firm with a top-secret facility clearance. We support mission-critical initiatives on behalf of the Intelligence Community, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Department of State, and a variety of Civilian Agencies. ZPS is dedicated to help protect government networks against cyber threats and to maximize the wide-spectrum of intelligence and security-related technologies. Our dedicated support and proven experience drive results in support of our client’s mission objectives.
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Job Category
IT - Hardware
Clearance Level
DoE Q or L