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

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