[Remote] System Administrator

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sprezzatura is a mission-driven, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in secure, scalable, and human-centered digital solutions. The System Administrator role involves providing operational support, maintenance, and modernization of IT systems, ensuring secure and compliant infrastructure operations that support mission-critical services for Veterans.

Responsibilities

• Manage, configure, and maintain Windows and/or Linux servers across development, test, staging, and production environments
• Perform system provisioning, configuration, patching, and optimization to ensure high availability and performance
• Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity/access management in VA environments
• Maintain virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper‑V) and cloud‑hosted systems within VA Enterprise Cloud
• Ensure systems comply with VA cybersecurity policies, FISMA, NIST 800‑53, Zero Trust, and VAAR/FAR requirements
• Support ISSOs with vulnerability remediation, POA&M updates, and continuous monitoring activities
• Implement secure configuration baselines (STIGs, CIS benchmarks) and maintain audit readiness
• Manage patching cycles, antivirus/EDR tools, and security logging in accordance with VA OIT directives
• Support hybrid infrastructure spanning on‑premise data centers and VA‑approved cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
• Assist with cloud migrations, modernization efforts, and containerized workloads where applicable
• Manage storage, backups, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations (COOP) processes
• Diagnose and resolve system, network, and application issues across VA environments
• Provide Tier 2/3 support for incidents, service requests, and escalations
• Collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, network teams, and VA stakeholders to resolve cross‑functional issues
• Maintain system documentation, SOPs, configuration records, and architecture diagrams
• Support change management processes (CAB, RFCs) in alignment with VA governance
• Ensure all systems and configurations adhere to VA TRM‑approved technologies and standards
• Work closely with VA PMs, CORs, product owners, and technical teams to support operational needs
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative delivery cycles
• Provide recommendations for system improvements, modernization, and operational efficiency

Skills

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Required)
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of system administration experience in enterprise or federal environments
• Experience supporting VA, DoD, HHS, or other federal agencies
• Strong experience with Windows/Linux administration, virtualization, and identity management
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, STIGs, and secure configuration practices
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and incident response tools
• Experience with VA systems (VistA, Cerner/Oracle Health, VES, IAM, TRM‑approved tools)
• Certifications such as Security+, Network+, Microsoft, Red Hat, AWS/Azure Administrator, or ITIL
• Experience with T4NG/T4NG2, VHA modernization, or VA enrollment sustainment and transformation programs
• Experience with automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Ansible) and cloud operations

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Saving Account (when enrolled in eligible plan) with Company contribution
• Company paid Life, Accidental Death, Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Care Insurance
• Voluntary Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Accrued Paid Time Off & Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match

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