Senior Systems Administrator - NetImpact Strategies

Netimpact Strategies is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator who should haveexpertise in managing and optimizing complex IT infrastructures. This individual should be proficient in configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting a wide range of systems, networks, and servers across various environments (on-premises, cloud, hybrid). They must be skilled in systems automation, performance monitoring, disaster recovery, and ensuring high availability, should also have strong knowledge of security best practices, patch management, and IT compliance. This position requires excellent problem-solving abilities, leadership skills and proactive approach to identifying and resolving system issues to enhance operational efficiency. 

This role is located onsite in Bethesda, MD.

Responsibilities: 

• Configure and maintain servers in compliance with agency security regulations and standards and ensure system uptime of 99.6% or higher, excluding scheduled maintenance. 
• Manage and support physical infrastructure at data centers and virtual environments in AWS and Azure. 
• Provide expertise in managing storage systems (e.g., Dell PowerScale, Avamar, Data Domain). 
• Administer and support database environments, including Microsoft SQL, MySQL, and FileMaker Pro. 
• Manage Active Directory, including Users and Computers, Group Policies, and group memberships. 
• Automate patching and software deployment for Mac, Windows, and Linux environments using JAMF, MECM, and Ansible. 
• Plan, test, and execute migrations to FedRAMP-compliant cloud providers (AWS and Azure). 
• Develop and maintain tagging structures, network configurations, and documentation for cloud resources. 
• Provide continuous monitoring, maintenance, and security support for cloud-hosted workloads. 
• Provide support for scientific systems, including HPC clusters, virtual servers, Linux servers, and NAS/SAN systems. 

 Preferred:

• Master’s Degree/and or Equivalency (Bachelor’s degree+ (2) additional YOE/ HS Diploma + (6) additional YOE).  
• CompTIA Security +, Assured Compliance and Assessment Solution (ACAS), and Microsoft Windows Server 2022 certified with five (5) years of practical experience in a production environment or at the discretion of the government based on excess work experience.  

 Preferred:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Certifications (e.g., MCSA) 
• Previous Federal Consulting Experience 

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Perks of working at NetImpact Strategies 

• Your health comes first – we offer comprehensive medical, dental, & vision insurance that starts the first of the month after you join the team 

• Invest in your future – 401(k) Plan – Immediately vested employer contributions; no matching required 

• Work hard, play hard – we offer a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy and observe ALL ten (10) federal holidays 

• Pawsitivelypawesome – Pet Insurance (because our little critters are part of our families, too!) 

• Invest in your education – Tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, & company-sponsored industry certifications! 

• Be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment recently ranked by The Washington Post as a Top Work Place in 2019, 2021,2022, 2023, & 2024! 

• Have fun and celebrate and give back – Team building activities, community volunteering, quarterly HQ days, wellness events, happy hours, family fun events, and more!  

ABOUT US 

NetImpact Strategies Inc. (NetImpact) has been a Trusted Advisor driving impact through digital transformation for the Federal Government for over a decade. We solve complex problems with innovation and agility to create meaningful, transformative, and enduring change. As Trusted Advisors, NetImpact professionals partner with customer agencies to deliver solutions that empower them to not only meet their missions but also realize their strategic vision through agile, outcome-focused solutions addressing both strategic and tactical requirements. We design and implement comprehensive, tailored solutions that are both mindful of the client's culture and organizational dynamics. NetImpact’s core values and commitment to a customer and results-oriented delivery approach has propelled our growth and enabled us to deliver impactful value across Strategic Consulting, Process Automation, Cloud, DevSecOps, Data and Analytics, and Cyber Security for the Federal Government. 

ACCESSIBILITY NOTE 

NetImpact Strategies is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”), and applicable state and local laws. It is NetImpact’s policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual’s disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, NetImpact will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made NetImpact aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause undue hardship to NetImpact. If you are an applicant and need reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within NetImpact, or request reasonable accommodation to utilize NetImpact’s online employment application, please contact careers@netimpactstrategies.com. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

NetImpact is committed to the development of a creative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at NetImpact will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. NetImpact does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws (referred to as "protected status").