Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) · 3 hours ago
System Administrator
Arlington, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$90K/yr - $150K/yr
3+ years expInnovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration and data analysis for the Department of Defense. They are seeking a Systems Administrator to manage, maintain, and secure critical virtual and physical systems, ensuring high availability and compliance with security standards.
Information TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Window System Administration: Install, configure, secure, and maintain windows operating systems (Windows 11) in both virtual and physical environments
Server Administration: Install, configure, secure, and maintain server operating system (Server 2022 and 2025) in both virtual and physical environments
VMware Infrastructure Management: Install, configure, and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including ESXi hosts and vCenter Server
Linux System Administration: Install, configure, secure, and maintain Linux operating systems (Red Hat) in both virtual and physical environments
Security & Compliance: Ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability, security, and performance; implement and maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies. Demonstrate the ability to manage, execute, and maintain system compliance through STIG implementation, SCAP scanning, and ACAS/Nessus vulnerability management
Troubleshooting: Provide Tier 2/3 support to quickly diagnose and resolve complex system and virtual/physical system performance issues, system configuration problems, and outages
Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerCLI, Ansible Playbook) to streamline routine administrative tasks, deployments, and reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or other STEM field (or equivalent full-time professional experience)
3+ years of professional systems/software development experience
Security + CE certification
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V)
Experience with configuring systems OS alone with (ConMon) daily, monthly and quarterly maintenance to all physical systems and virtualization technologies
Familiarity with network management, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and firewalls
Proficiency with backup and disaster recovery solutions
Solid experience with PowerShell or Bash scripting for automation
Ability to understand and interact with complex DoD compliance tools
Preferred
Managed and maintained system compliance through STIG implementation, SCAP scanning, and ACAS/Nessus vulnerability management (Linux/Windows)
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills with Windows and Virtualization
Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills for documentation and collaboration with technical and non-technical staff
Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and learning new technologies
Customize preferred skills Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V)
Proficiency with backup and disaster recovery solutions
Solid experience with PowerShell or Bash scripting for automation
Demonstrated experience managing enterprise environments using PDQ Deploy or Tanium
Familiarity with tools such as JIRA, Zendesk and Confluence
Benefits
Generous benefits package
Competitive PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
Professional Development Resources
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
Annual Employee Recognition Awards
Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches
Company
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT)
Innovative Defense Technologies is an information technology company that provides software testing and data analysis services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Bernie Gauf
President & CEO
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