System Administrator

Cyber Defense Technologies
Chantilly, Loudoun County, VA
Overview: CDT is seeking a highly organized and technically skilled System Administrator to provide hands-on, on-site support for our development and testing environments. This role is essential to maintaining the day-to-day operations of our technical labs and infrastructure, ensuring system reliability, security, and performance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving hardware and software challenges collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This position will be onsite in Chantilly, VA.

Clearance Requirements: An active TS/SCI with Full Scope poly is required. Candidates who do not meet these clearance requirements will not be considered.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage and maintain physical and virtual lab infrastructure (servers, desktops, networking equipment, etc.)
  • Keeping lab documentation up-do-date, e.g., system diagrams, rack-elevation, etc.
  • Maintain configuration setup of test equipment
  • Ensure adequate use of the space
  • Provide on-site technical support, including setup, configuration, troubleshooting, and repair of lab systems
  • Support software installation, patch management, and configuration across lab environments
  • Monitor system performance and proactively identify and address issues
  • Maintain hardware inventory, manage procurement of lab equipment, and coordinate hardware RMA processes
  • Ensure lab environment adheres to security, compliance, and operational standards
  • Collaborate with engineering and IT teams to support development and testing efforts
  • Develop and maintain lab documentation, including network diagrams, asset tracking, and procedures
  • Assist with the implementation of backup, restore, and disaster recovery strategies for lab systems.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3 – 5+ years of experience in system administration or lab management roles
  • Strong understanding of networking principles with experience setting up and troubleshooting client network connectivity
  • Strong knowledge of Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Hands-on experience with hardware installation, configuration, and maintenance
  • Familiarity with networking concepts (switches, routers, firewalls, VLANs, etc.)
  • Comfortable using remote management tools and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python)
  • Experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) is a plus
  • Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
  • Certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Linux+, or Microsoft/VMware credentials
Why Join Cyber Defense Technologies?
At CDT, we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your expertise in System Administration can help shape the future of cybersecurity and engineering solutions. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the lab infrastructure while supporting critical engineering workflows in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Apply Now:
If you are a proactive System Administrator and thrive in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply and join the CDT team!

CDT is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity employer making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Posted 2025-08-19

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