{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7207bcbb4f36ad053caaef81","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7207bcbb4f36ad053caaef81","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7207bcbb4f36ad053caaef81","title":"Systems Administrator","description":"*Job Summary*Systems Administrator\n\n*Location:* Sunnyvale, CA\n\n*Work Authorization:* US Citizen Only\n\n*Security Clearance:* Active DoD Final Secret Clearance Required\n\n*Schedule:* 9x80A Work Schedule\n\n*Work Arrangement:* 100% Onsite\n\n_*Apply today if you have an active Secret Clearance, Security+ certification, and a passion for secure systems administration.*_\n\nJob Summary\n\nWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced *Systems Administrator* to support mission-critical systems within a secure Department of Defense (DoD) environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Linux and Windows system administration, cybersecurity compliance, storage management, backup and recovery operations, and infrastructure support.\n\nThis position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance, a current Security+ certification, and the ability to work onsite in Sunnyvale, CA.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n* Deploy, configure, administer, and maintain Linux/UNIX, Windows, and embedded hardware systems.\n* Perform system hardening, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and ongoing operational support.\n* Manage enterprise storage environments, including NetApp and other NAS/SAN solutions.\n* Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions using technologies such as NetBackup and Veeam.\n* Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements.\n* Perform system patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, and trusted software downloads.\n* Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance activities and security audits.\n* Execute infrastructure changes through established change management processes.\n* Maintain accurate hardware and software asset inventories.\n* Provide operational support during business hours and after-hours support when required for critical operations.\n* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and improve system performance.\n* Lead technical discussions, share best practices, and mentor team members.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\n* Active DoD Final Secret Security Clearance.\n* Current CompTIA Security+ certification.\n* U.S. Citizenship.\n* Experience administering Linux/UNIX and Windows Server environments.\n* Experience with enterprise storage technologies such as NetApp, NAS, and SAN solutions.\n* Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance, STIG implementation, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.\n* Experience supporting backup and disaster recovery solutions.\n* Familiarity with RMF requirements and DoD security standards.\n* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\n* Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\n* Experience supporting classified or secure government environments.\n* Knowledge of virtualization technologies and enterprise infrastructure platforms.\n* Experience with configuration management, asset management, and ITIL-based processes.\n* Additional cybersecurity or infrastructure certifications are a plus.\n\nWhy Join Us?\n\n* Support critical national security programs.\n* Work with advanced technologies in a secure environment.\n* Collaborate with highly skilled technical teams.\n* Opportunity to contribute to mission-critical infrastructure and cybersecurity operations.\n\nPay: $131,141.27 - $151,804.53 per year\n\nWork Location: In person","company":"Collaborative Mind","rawCompany":"collaborative mind","city":"Sunnyvale","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-12T10:19:46.541Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Systems Administrator","description":"*Job Summary*Systems Administrator\n\n*Location:* Sunnyvale, CA\n\n*Work Authorization:* US Citizen Only\n\n*Security Clearance:* Active DoD Final Secret Clearance Required\n\n*Schedule:* 9x80A Work Schedule\n\n*Work Arrangement:* 100% Onsite\n\n_*Apply today if you have an active Secret Clearance, Security+ certification, and a passion for secure systems administration.*_\n\nJob Summary\n\nWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced *Systems Administrator* to support mission-critical systems within a secure Department of Defense (DoD) environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Linux and Windows system administration, cybersecurity compliance, storage management, backup and recovery operations, and infrastructure support.\n\nThis position requires an active DoD Secret Clearance, a current Security+ certification, and the ability to work onsite in Sunnyvale, CA.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n* Deploy, configure, administer, and maintain Linux/UNIX, Windows, and embedded hardware systems.\n* Perform system hardening, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and ongoing operational support.\n* Manage enterprise storage environments, including NetApp and other NAS/SAN solutions.\n* Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions using technologies such as NetBackup and Veeam.\n* Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements.\n* Perform system patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, and trusted software downloads.\n* Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance activities and security audits.\n* Execute infrastructure changes through established change management processes.\n* Maintain accurate hardware and software asset inventories.\n* Provide operational support during business hours and after-hours support when required for critical operations.\n* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and improve system performance.\n* Lead technical discussions, share best practices, and mentor team members.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\n* Active DoD Final Secret Security Clearance.\n* Current CompTIA Security+ certification.\n* U.S. Citizenship.\n* Experience administering Linux/UNIX and Windows Server environments.\n* Experience with enterprise storage technologies such as NetApp, NAS, and SAN solutions.\n* Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance, STIG implementation, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.\n* Experience supporting backup and disaster recovery solutions.\n* Familiarity with RMF requirements and DoD security standards.\n* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.\n* Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\n* Experience supporting classified or secure government environments.\n* Knowledge of virtualization technologies and enterprise infrastructure platforms.\n* Experience with configuration management, asset management, and ITIL-based processes.\n* Additional cybersecurity or infrastructure certifications are a plus.\n\nWhy Join Us?\n\n* Support critical national security programs.\n* Work with advanced technologies in a secure environment.\n* Collaborate with highly skilled technical teams.\n* Opportunity to contribute to mission-critical infrastructure and cybersecurity operations.\n\nPay: $131,141.27 - $151,804.53 per year\n\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-09-12T10:19:46.541Z","dateModified":"2026-09-12T10:19:46.541Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Collaborative Mind","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Sunnyvale","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"7207bcbb4f36ad053caaef81"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7207bcbb4f36ad053caaef81"}}