System Administrator

At Ardent Principles, we're committed to providing innovative IT services that help clients achieve their goals and successfully complete complex projects. We're seeking a talented and experienced full-time System Administrator to join us in McLean, VA and help maintain our servers.

You're in the heart of the action, performing vital network maintenance and quickly squashing problems as they arise. This fast-paced role helps manage and protect our system infrastructure while earning $175,000 - $250,000/year! Your salary isn't the only prize, as we also offer these exceptional benefits:

• 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents
• Generous PTO
• A 401(k) with match
• Valuable training opportunities
• 11 government holidays off and more!

Join us in revolutionizing the IT industry! Take your career to new heights by applying to become our new System Administrator!

WHAT DOES BEING A SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR INVOLVE?

In this server administration role, you manage our daily operations to ensure our network is always running optimally. You take on a wide variety of tasks to support our day-to-day successes, including configuring and monitoring servers, workstations, and computer systems. Attentively, you perform updates and security patches as well as provide technical support to internal customers. If any issues come up, you quickly figure out the root cause and perform the appropriate solutions.

We're looking for a skilled and knowledgeable candidate who has experience in the following areas:

• Maintaining and operating servers and computer peripherals, including command line operations
• Troubleshooting physical networks
• Creating and managing system permissions and user accounts
• Upgrading, installing, and configuring software and hardware
• Performing regular security tests and monitoring
• Providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support for one or more network environments
• Managing and troubleshooting Windows, Linux, or Apple MacOS systems

You must have TS/SCI clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph and also need to be able to lift 50 pounds. Some local travel may be required depending on business needs.

OUR TEAM WANTS YOU!

At Ardent Principles, we're more than just a technology company - we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and collaborators dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our mission is to empower organizations with transformative IT solutions and program management services, while our values of integrity, excellence, and teamwork guide everything we do. We foster a culture of open communication, where every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. Join us and be part of a company where your contributions truly make a difference.

Do you think you'd fit in well as our new System Administrator? If so, fill out our quick and easy initial application today to get started. We can't wait to meet you!