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Intermediate Systems Administrator
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What they do
A Systems Administrator manages the day-to-day operations of an organization's computer networks, including the systems that connect computers and other technology to each other and to outside networks. Installs, organizes, and supports the hardware and software of these systems.
$107,727 / year median in Virginia
-16% projected decline
Job Description
Intermediate Systems Administrator
Chantilly, VA
Full Time
Posted by: ManTech
Posted:
Wednesday, 26 August 2026 MANTECH seeks a motivated, mission-oriented Intermediate Systems Administrator to join our team in Chantilly, VA. As the Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for providing a full range of Tier 2/3 IT support services and expertise to customer activities. You will play a key role in the management, optimization, and troubleshooting of our VMware virtualized environment and Active Directory infrastructure, ensuring seamless and reliable operations for the organization. You will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of client and server operations, including Windows Share and Folder permissions using Attribute Access Control (ABAC) and Role Based Access Control (RBAC), maintenance with Windows 10 and 11 environments and Windows Server 2016/2019, to include Active Directory, Domain Controllers, DNS, GPOs, PKI, DHCP, VMware ver. 8, Backup Architectures, Storage Management, and Auditing. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Managing Windows Folders and Files using Attribute-based Access Control (ABAC).
Design, implement, and maintain VMware vSphere environments, including vCenter, ESXi hosts, and virtual machines.
Troubleshoot and resolve VMware-related issues, including performance bottlenecks, connectivity problems, and resource allocation.
Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Active Directory (AD) and Group Policy infrastructure.
Monitor and maintain system/server configuration
Administer and support user and group management, including security and distribution groups within Active Directory.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for systems architecture, processes, and configurations
Domestic Travel up to 25%
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant experience, or high school diploma/GED and 6 years of relevant experience
Experience in performing maintenance, repair, upgrade, and full life cycle support of hardware/software interfacing with the enterprise
Experience implementing and managing Windows File Shares using ABAC with an understanding of file permission inheritance
Provide leadership and mentoring to junior administrators and technical support
Security+ certification (active)
Collaborate with other IT teams to manage system integration, configuration, and upgrades.
Experience with client system security to include scans, patching, audit log review, and system health checks
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous NRO and
NRO/COMM
experience is highly desired
COMSEC experience desired
Ability to use MS Office and PC
Ability to identify and implement new technologies
Familiarity with PowerShell
Experience with Microsoft Exchange
Experience with
Linux Clearance Requirements:
Must possess a current/active TS/SCI with Polygraph Physical Requirements Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time
Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations
Location
Chantilly, VA, United States of America
Industry
IT
Company
ManTech
Contact
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Reference
JS15848_22541_65656
Posted Date
8/26/2026 8:29:45 AM