Job Title: Systems Administrator
Location: San Jose, CA On-Site
Clearance: Active Secret or Top-Secret Clearance
Salary: $95K-$100K
Application Deadline: November 30, 2026
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Description
Responsible for managing and maintaining a diverse and complex IT infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the availability, performance, and security of systems across multiple platforms, including Windows and Linux servers, VMware virtual environments, and cloud services such as AWS or Azure.
- Apply ITIL best practices to manage incidents, problems, and changes effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to services.
- Perform system upgrades, patches, and routine maintenance while troubleshooting and resolving technical issues promptly.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to implement automation and optimization strategies, maintain detailed documentation, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent work experience) in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field
- Eight (8) years of experience in systems administration for Windows, Linux, or VMware environments.
- Possess excellent knowledge of relevant operating systems (e.g., Windows Server, Red Hat, CentOS) and virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware vSphere, ESXi).
- Proficient in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) and experienced with system monitoring, patch management, and performance tuning.
- Demonstrate excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively, and maintains currency with industry trends and best practices.
Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, RHCSA, RHCE, VMware Certified Professional - VCP)
Desired Skills and Experience
- Familiarity with the USACE IT environment, regulatory requirements, and data security best practices are preferred.
Certification Required - One (1) from the list below
A+
CND
Network+
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server, OR RHCSA, OR RHCE, OR VMware Certified Professional - VCP
This is a 6-month contract
About S2i2
S2i2 is a growing company with a supportive and inclusive culture and many opportunities for professional development and growth. We have created a supportive, family-like work environment where contributions are recognized. Regular company updates and open lines of communication with leadership fosters collaboration within the company.
We are proud to include:
- Support to achieve professional certifications and degrees
- Leadership that is accessible to all employees
- Client networking social engagements
- Monthly team-building activities (past examples: Top Golf)
- Supporting our community - including veterans
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
