Systems Administrator Manager

Systems Administrator Manager Job ID:

2611101

Location:

San Diego, CA, United States Date Posted:

Apr 11, 2026

Category:

Information Technology Subcategory:

Sys Administrator Schedule:

Full-Time Shift:

Day Job Travel:

Yes - 10% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required:

Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to

Obtain:

Top Secret Potential for

Remote Work:

On-Site Benefits:

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mail Tweet Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Apply Now > Job Description Description SAIC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Administrator with a strong background in VMWare, Microsoft Server support, and exceptional problem-solving abilities. This role requires a candidate who is eager to learn new technologies rapidly and can apply their expertise to manage complex systems. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mission-critical systems and applications in a secure and scalable environment. This role will work on the development of a mission-critical application utilizing advanced technologies for a Department of Defense (DoD) customer. This position is ON-SITE located in San Diego, CA.

JOB DUTIES

Set up and configure container platforms, such as Docker and Kubernetes, to support scalable and secure application deployments. Manage containerized environments, including building and maintaining custom images, integrating with CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing resource utilization. Implement security hardening measures to protect systems and applications against vulnerabilities. Configure and manage VMWare environments to support operational requirements. Establish and maintain robust equipment configurations as per mission-critical needs. Provide guidance for firewall configurations to enhance system security and connectivity. Perform backup and restoration of systems to ensure data preservation and business continuity. Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring minimal downtime and high reliability. Provide technical direction, training, and mentorship to less experienced team members. Interface regularly with management, customers, and cross-functional teams to align on system requirements and progress updates. Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors and fourteen (14) years or more experience in systems administration or a related technical role; Masters and twelve (12) years or more experience; PhD or JD and nine (9) years or more experience. Must be a U.S. Citizen Must have an Active Secret Clearance to start Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance after start In-depth knowledge of Containers, VMWare, Docker, Kubernetes, and Microsoft Server environments.

DESIRED SKILLS

Expertise in establishing and managing CI/CD pipeline integrations. Proven experience in implementing security hardening measures. Strong background in designing and supporting high-availability systems. Familiarity with military or DoD environments is highly desirable.

Target salary range:

$160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. Overview SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com . For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom .

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