Systems Administrator

Location: On-site in Chicago, IL area. Some telework is an option, but must be able to go onsite when required

Required Clearance: Ability to obtain Tier 4 / High Risk Background Investigation

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in technology related field (or equivalent work experience)

Required Experience: 3+ years of proven experience as a System Administrator, preferably in government or a large enterprise environment.

Description PingWind is seeking a Systems Administrator to support our customer in the Chicago, IL area.

Responsibilities Support for existing servers, including installation, configuration, and optimization

Design and implement new servers as required

Manage a server environment consisting of RedHat Linux, CentOS, and Windows 2016 operating systems

Perform updates, upgrades, and patching of server systems in compliance with VA approved standards

Review and address vulnerability reports and security scans, ensuring timely remediation

Engage vendor support for hardware issues

Implement changes in preproduction and production environments

Coordinate and complete updates, upgrades, and patching

Troubleshoot and resolve application issues

Work closely with software and database teams to ensure seamless application functionality

Manage user access to servers, adding, removing, and approving access for authorized users

Renew SSL certifications for preproduction and production environments prior to certificate expiration

Address and resolve CPU, disk, memory, and performance issues

Maintain virtual machines (VMs) effectively

Utilize VA's ticketing system (ServiceNow) to input and track all requested changes and work performed

May require limited after-hours support for maintenance or troubleshooting efforts

Requirements Bachelor's degree in technology related field (or equivalent work experience)

3+ years of proven experience as a Systems Administrator, preferably in a government or large enterprise environment

Must have subject matter experience (SME) proficiency with Linux servers

Proficiency in managing RedHat, CentOS, and Windows 2016 servers

Strong knowledge of server virtualization and VM management

Experience with vulnerability management, patching, and server hardening

Familiarity with SSL certificates and associated tools (e.g., Venafi)

Excellent troubleshooting skills for server-related issues

Willingness to provide after-hours support as required

Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate effectively

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

About Pingwind PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include: Paid Federal Holidays

Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

401k with matching

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing education assistance

Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Salary Range $79K -110K

The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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