Full-Time

Senior Systems Administrator

Updated on 9/4/2026

AnaVation

AnaVation

51-200 employees

Federal IT engineering services and cybersecurity

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Reston, VA, USA

In Person

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
IT Operations (1)
Required Skills
PowerShell
Bash
LDAP
Computer Networking
SCCM
VMWare
Nutanix
Linux/Unix

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Requirements
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
  • Education & Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of experience related to specific functional area
  • Certifications: Current active CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent IAT Level II
  • Required Experience and knowledge on: Ability to write scripts using PowerShell and/or Bash
  • Required Experience and knowledge on: Experience managing VMware, Nutanix, and other types of enterprise level Virtual Infrastructures
  • Required Experience and knowledge on: Proficient in managing and troubleshooting Active Directory and Group Policy Object (GPO)
Responsibilities
  • Plan, design, and implement infrastructure changes and system upgrades.
  • Manage and troubleshoot multiple VMware environments.
  • Provide Windows Server and Linux administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Create STIG compliant images for Windows Desktop, Windows Server, and Linux OS.
  • Create, test, and deploy software packages using software deployment products such as SCCM, PDQ, etc.
  • Provide expert level support and mentoring for Mid and Junior System Administrator personnel.
  • Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures for system and software changes.
  • Utilize scripting to automate common tasks.
  • Perform hardware maintenance/repair activities.
  • Ensure proper planning and execution of major projects/maintenance activities.
  • Provide advanced level administration and troubleshooting of Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP, and Domain Controllers.
Desired Qualifications
  • Linux OS (CentOS, RHEL) administration.
  • Satellite server administration.
  • Ansible playbook writing.
  • Implementing STIGs.
  • Experience supporting a software configuration management and development environment.

AnaVation provides IT engineering services to the U.S. Federal Government, focusing on complex technical and analytical challenges. It works by delivering contract-based projects that cover intelligence collection and processing, analytical systems, big data solutions, and cybersecurity, using cross-disciplinary engineering teams (called AnaVators) to tailor solutions to government needs. The company differentiates itself through a government-focused, cost-effective approach, deep technical expertise, and a values-driven culture that emphasizes building long-term partnerships and strong customer trust. Its goal is to help federal agencies improve operational efficiency, security, and decision-making by solving difficult technical problems and delivering reliable, mission-critical software and systems.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Reston, Virginia

Founded

2013

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What believers are saying

  • DOJ awarded AnaVation a February 2026 cybersecurity BPA worth $10.19M potential.
  • FBI bought AnaVation's Experience Scheduler in June 2025 for $324,725.
  • Washington Business Journal named AnaVation a 2026 Best Places to Work.

What critics are saying

  • FBI and DOJ concentration leaves revenue exposed if ITSSS-2 share slips in 2026.
  • The GSA MAS period ended January 2026, forcing replacement sales motions.
  • Small-business status can break if growth or acquisitions trigger set-aside disqualification.

What makes AnaVation unique

  • AnaVation holds FBI ITSSS-2, an eight-year $8B DOJ buying channel.
  • AnaVation won DoD SHIELD, a $151B IDIQ spanning missile defense work.
  • AnaVation earned CMMC Level 2, strengthening its federal cyber credentials.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget

Life Insurance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

7%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

7%
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