Asks for

The ad says“Certifications : DoD 8140 certifications”
The ad says“• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).”
The ad says“• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).”
The ad says“• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud migration strategies.”
The ad says“• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud migration strategies.”
The ad says“• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).”
The ad says“• Strong understanding of security principles, identity/access management, and compliance standards.”
The ad says“• Knowledge of networking, firewalls, storage solutions, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).”
The ad says“• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud migration strategies.”
The ad says“• Knowledge of networking, firewalls, storage solutions, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).”
The ad says“• Strong understanding of security principles, identity/access management, and compliance standards.”
The ad says“• Advanced expertise in Windows Server, Linux/Unix, and hybrid IT environments.”
The ad says“• Knowledge of networking, firewalls, storage solutions, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).”
The ad says“• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).”
The ad says“• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).”
The ad says“• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).”
The ad says“• Strong understanding of security principles, identity/access management, and compliance standards.”
The ad says“• Knowledge of networking, firewalls, storage solutions, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).”
The ad says“• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).”
The ad says“• Knowledge of networking, firewalls, storage solutions, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).”
The ad says“• Knowledge of networking, firewalls, storage solutions, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).”
The ad says“• Advanced expertise in Windows Server, Linux/Unix, and hybrid IT environments.”

Location: Multiple Locations

Required Clearance: Top Secret

Certifications : DoD 8140 certifications

Required Education: HS/GED

Required Experience: 7–10+ years of experience in system administration, with advanced experience in enterprise environments.

Position Description:

PingWind is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Sr. Systems Administrator is responsible for leading the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of an organization’s IT infrastructure. This role ensures the reliability, security, and scalability of systems and networks while providing advanced technical support and mentoring to junior staff. The Senior System Administrator collaborates with IT leadership and cross-functional teams to plan and execute system upgrades, cloud integrations, and enterprise-level projects.

Responsibilities:

Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise IT systems, including servers, storage, virtualization, and network infrastructure.

• Ensure system performance, availability, and security across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.

• Plan and execute system upgrades, migrations, and consolidations.

• Monitor system health, performance, and capacity, proactively addressing issues.

• Develop and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.

• Implement and enforce security policies, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.

• Provide expert-level support for complex technical issues across systems, networks, and applications.

• Guide and mentor junior administrators and IT support staff.

• Serve as escalation point for critical incidents and outages

• Advanced expertise in Windows Server, Linux/Unix, and hybrid IT environments.

• Knowledge of networking, firewalls, storage solutions, and virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V).

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud migration strategies.

• Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible, Terraform).

• Strong understanding of security principles, identity/access management, and compliance standards.

Required Qualifications

• DoD 8140 Certification

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cyber security, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is a VA CVE certified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA HUBZone Certified with offices in Washington DC and Northern Virginia. www.PingWind.com

Our benefits include:

· Eleven Federal Holidays

· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period

· Parental Leave

· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution

· Dental and Vision Insurance

· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance

· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule

· Continuing education assistance

· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts

· Employee Assistance Program

· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)

· 529 College Savings Plan

· Legal Insurance

· Pet Insurance

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law