Systems Administrator

Entarian

Denver, Colorado

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$105,000–$130,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Ansible, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Security, Configuration Management, Customer Support/Service, DNS (Domain Name System), Data Quality, Data Recovery, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Funding, Government, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Internet Security, Linux Operating System, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Windows System Administration, Microsoft Word, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Attached Storage (NAS), Network Operations Center, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Operating Systems, Operational Communications, Operations Processes, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Patches, Server Maintenance, Software Development, Storage Architecture, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Systems Reliability, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Team Player, Technical Leadership, Testing, United States Department of Defense (DoD), VMWare, Virtualization, Willing to Travel, Windows PowerShell

LOCATION

Denver, Colorado

POSTED

3 days ago

Overview/ Job Responsibilities:

Position is contingent upon contract award and funding.

Entarian is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator who will be skilled in designing and managing IT systems and have a robust background in managing a complex IT environment. The Systems Administrator works closely with systems engineers, software developers, architects, and government stakeholders to engineer secure, resilient solutions that support mission objectives while balancing security, performance, and operational requirements. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience working in large-scale technical environments involving space systems, ground infrastructure, mission operations, communications networks, or enterprise IT capabilities.

Key Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, operating systems, and applications ensuring system reliability, performance, and security across the IT infrastructure
Close coordination with cybersecurity analysts, network engineers, NOC controllers, and Mission Partners while conduction operations, administration, and maintenance of the IT systems
Implements and manages backup and disaster recovery solutions to safeguard data integrity and ensure operational continuity of the system to include regular testing of the backup procedures and disaster recovery plans
Ensure security patches and updates to systems and applications are completed in required time-frames and in coordination with the cybersecurity team
Manages and monitors all installed systems and infrastructure for adherence to DOD guidelines and industry best practices while looking for areas of system resource optimization
Work with Configuration Management team to provide detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and updates

Salary range: $105,000.00 - $130,000.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline. (Equivalent experience may be considered.)
Minimum five (5) years of Systems Administration experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Windows and/or Linux environments. (Active Directory/Exchange/ADCS/PKI)
Knowledge of virtualization and containerization basics (e.g., basic understanding of VMware or VirtualBox)
Knowledge of storage architecture (NAS/SANS)
Security hardening of Information Systems (Linux/Windows/Endpoints)
Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash, Ansible, Powershell, etc.)
Basic networking knowledge (OSI layers, TCP/IP, DNS, etc.)
Good technical communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Power-Point, Excel, Project, and Outlook.
Ability to travel approximately 25% to support customer locations, mission partner engagements, and operational activities.

About Us:

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Join the Mission and Start your Career Journey: Apply Directly via our Careers Portal Connect, Referrals & Inquiries? Email the team: careers@entarian.com

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Systems Administrator

Entarian

Denver, Colorado

About the Company

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