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Posted 29 July, 2026

System Administrator

Sparks Group
Manassas, VA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Job Summary/Company:

A technology solutions organization supporting mission-critical government environments is seeking a System Administrator to maintain its on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure. This position combines core systems administration with networking, security, troubleshooting, and infrastructure support. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance are required.

Responsibilities

  • Administer Windows and Linux servers, user accounts, permissions, group policies, virtualization platforms, backups, security updates, and system-monitoring tools.
  • Monitor and support cloud and data-center infrastructure, including servers, endpoints, routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, LAN/WAN environments, and network segments.
  • Troubleshoot system, hardware, cloud, and network issues; perform routine audits; automate administrative tasks; and partner with security teams to identify and mitigate risks.

Qualifications

  • Five or more years of systems administration or infrastructure support experience, including strong hands-on knowledge of Linux and/or Windows server environments.
  • Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V, cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, and networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, and VPNs.
  • Experience with PowerShell, Bash, or similar scripting tools, along with familiarity with backup/recovery, vulnerability management, SIEM, and performance-monitoring platforms.

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This job is In-Person.

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

Download the Sparks Group mobile app from Apple App Store or Google Play.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.