Systems Administrator

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Reston, VA
Salary
$113,900–$154,100 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Competitive pay

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $148k
This role $134k
$103k most similar roles pay here $186k

This role pays less than 58% of similar roles. Most pay $122,118–$173,850 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $134k versus about $148k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 439 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $112,924–$149,500 across 366 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Administrator

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Join GDIT as a Systems Administrator in Reston, VA, supporting an intelligence customer. This role involves maintaining and configuring desktop and server systems, providing Tier 1-3 support for Windows workstations and servers, and ensuring system reliability through software installations and upgrades using tools like PowerShell and MECM. You will manage security, data integrity, and disaster recovery while adhering to STIG guidelines and collaborating on backup plans. Essential skills include Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Windows System Administration, and experience with trouble ticketing systems. The position requires a TS/SCI clearance and Security+ certification within 90 days of hire, along with strong documentation and customer support skills in a high-pressure environment.

Skills

Red_Hat_Enterprise_Linux RHEL Windows_System_Administration PowerShell PDQ MECM SCCM SQL Trouble_Ticketing CI/CD ACAS STIG Excel Outlook Word Linux_Systems Network_Administration Database_Administration

What you'll do

  • Manage and maintain desktop and server systems connected to local and wide area networks.
  • Provide Tier 1, 2, and 3 support for Windows workstations and servers, including Web servers and network attached storage devices.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues involving applications, operating systems, and communication infrastructure.
  • Install and manage operating system updates using deployment tools like PowerShell, PDQ, or MECM (SCCM).
  • Ensure compliance with security guidelines by reviewing ACAS scans and working to mitigate findings as per STIG requirements.

What we're looking for

  • US citizenship required
  • TS/SCI clearance and eligibility for CI Poly
  • 5+ years of experience in systems administration
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows system administration experience
  • Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days
  • Experience with trouble ticket reporting and tracking systems

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