Full-Time

Systems Administrator

Abacus Technology

Abacus Technology

501-1,000 employees

IT, engineering, and enterprise management services

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Stafford, VA, USA

In Person

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
IT & Security (2)
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Required Skills
TCP/IP
PowerShell
LDAP
ServiceNow
Computer Networking
VMWare
Requirements
  • 3 years experience in systems administration in a Windows based environment
  • Must be certified at IAT Level II (e.g., Security+, or other certification satisfying DoD 8570 certification requirements)
  • Microsoft certification a plus
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies, including Active Directory, Windows Administration, scripting, and Windows configuration techniques
  • Experience with Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022; MS SQL Server 2016 and 2019; and VMWare ESXi, vCenter, and vSAN, and Horizon
  • Experience administering servers in a virtualized production environment using VMWare vSphere 7.x or 8.x technology
  • Experience with PowerShell for command line and scripting to include scripting for account management, patch deployment, software inventory, service control, and/or object attribute modification
  • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining servers with Microsoft Windows
  • Experience with rack mounted or blade server hardware
  • Experience with Active Directory to include creating accounts and groups and navigating a domain tree
  • Experience creating and modifying Group Policy Objects
  • Experience managing and troubleshooting DNS functions
  • Knowledge of DHCP server functionality
  • Experience troubleshooting Domain Controllers and familiarity with replication issues
  • Experience with a trouble ticket system such as Remedy or ServiceNow
  • Experience with security as it pertains to server infrastructure, desktops, laptops, servers, firewalls, routers, and intrusion detection systems (IDS)
  • Experience with a backup solution, hands-on experience with backup and restore procedures, and disaster recovery planning
  • Must have experience with RMF and applying STIGs
  • Working knowledge of IT Systems Maintenance Compliance processes to include information assurance vulnerability management (IAVM)
  • Experience creating, reviewing, and revising security documentation and artifacts
  • Strong understanding of network fundamentals to include TCP/IP and sub-nets
  • Experience with a storage area networks desired
  • Experience with DoD IT environment and networks
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, analytical skills to troubleshoot issues, and an ability to conceptualize server infrastructures and configurations
  • Must be a US citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI)
  • Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Responsibilities
  • Plan, install, and maintain computer systems, including physical and virtual servers, storage area networks and network attached storage on five enclaves.
  • Install, maintain, and troubleshoot server hardware.
  • Troubleshoot Domain Controllers.
  • Perform performance monitoring and tuning, upgrades and patching, backup and recovery, as well as troubleshooting and problem resolution.
  • Develop and maintain schedules and plans for system updates and patching.
  • Create accounts and groups in Active Directory and create and modify Group Policy Objects.
  • Report on system uptime and SLA performance.
  • Audit server utilization.
  • Assist in building, coordinating, maintaining, changing, and updating, the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorization (A&A) packages for the five enclaves administered by AFOSI.
  • Ensure that all application deliverables and systems comply with applicable DISA STIGs or Security Requirements Guidance.
  • Identify and report system risks.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field desired
  • Microsoft certification a plus
  • Experience with Storage Area Networks desired
  • Experience with a DoD IT environment and networks desired

Abacus Technology provides professional IT, engineering analysis, and enterprise management services. It helps clients solve complex technology challenges by delivering integrated, cost-conscious solutions that improve productivity. The company works by offering a full range of support services across information technology, engineering analysis, and enterprise management, tailoring solutions to each project and guiding work from planning to deployment. Compared with competitors, Abacus Technology emphasizes total client satisfaction, a comprehensive suite of services, and practical, results‑oriented outcomes designed to help customers “make technology count.” The goal is to help clients increase productivity and efficiency while keeping costs down by applying proven methods and expert support.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chevy Chase Village, Maryland

Founded

1983

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What believers are saying

  • OASIS+ UR contract extends through December 2034 with five-year option.
  • Established relationships with DoD, NASA, DoS, and DoE agencies.
  • Government-wide acquisition vehicle expands addressable market beyond traditional contracting.

What critics are saying

  • Loss of small business status eliminates 54151HACS cybersecurity SIN flexibility.
  • Lacks visible AI/ML expertise as federal budgets shift toward emerging technologies.
  • Leadership succession risk with 43-year tenure creates client relationship vulnerability.

What makes Abacus Technology unique

  • Holds three OASIS+ contract vehicles enabling worldwide federal service delivery.
  • GSA Schedule access across IT, cybersecurity, management consulting, and engineering.
  • Multi-award GWAC structure supports fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and time-and-materials engagements.

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