Systems Administrator

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a to support a Department of Defense contractor. This position is in , and is a contract opportunity supporting a homeland defense communications program focused on mission-critical Air Force communications infrastructure.

The will provide administration and sustainment support for critical IT systems supporting defense communications operations. The role works closely with on-site personnel and a distributed technical team to ensure secure, reliable system performance.

for the include:

• Install, configure, and maintain Windows and/or Linux servers, operating systems, applications, and hardware

• Monitor system performance and proactively identify and resolve operational issues

• Troubleshoot system, application, and network-related incidents in a secure environment

• Implement and maintain security controls, including access management and system hardening measures

• Perform system backups, recovery procedures, patching, and routine maintenance activities

• Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar scripting languages

• Collaborate with remote and on-site technical teams to support modernization and sustainment initiatives

for the include:

• Active Secret Security Clearance required

• 3+ years of systems administration experience supporting enterprise environments

• Strong knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems

• Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, or other virtualization technologies

• Understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN technologies

• Security+ CE, SecurityX, CASP+, or equivalent DoD 8140-compliant IAT Level II certification required

• PD I and PD II certifications required

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, related field, or equivalent experience

for the includes:



: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement



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