"System Administrator"

System Administrator

Company:

Virginia Tech

Job Location:

Blacksburg, 24061

Category:

Network/System Administrator

Type:

Full-Time

Job Description

Virginia Tech's Office of Export and Secure Research Compliance (OESRC) seeks an experienced System Administrator with a background in NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) or CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) to join its dynamic team of information technology and security professionals. The System Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day management, maintenance, and security of the organization's systems and networks, ensuring they operate efficiently and securely in accordance with NIST or CMMC guidelines. This position is expected to work collegially and collaboratively among team members as well as internal stakeholders.

Due to the nature of the work, the position is restricted to U.S. Citizens and is not eligible for remote work. This position is considered emergency personnel and must be able to respond timely to emergencies within 60 minutes during evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Administer, monitor, and maintain our organization's systems and networks to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Conduct regular system assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and compliance gaps, and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including standard operating procedures and system configurations, in compliance with NIST or CMMC guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve system and network issues in a timely manner.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends, best practices, and regulations related to system administration, NIST, and CMMC.
• Assist in planning and implementing system upgrades and migrations while minimizing disruptions to operations.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users, ensuring their needs are addressed promptly and effectively.
• Participate in incident response activities, including investigating and resolving security incidents, and implementing necessary measures to prevent future occurrences.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or significant training and/or progressive professional experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Proficient in Windows and/or Linux server administration.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Solid knowledge of networking protocols, such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and end-users.
• US Citizen.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility and Counterintelligence (CI) or full-scope Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret (TS) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.
• Demonstrated working experience with providing computer services support at an accredited institution of higher learning
• Strong understanding of NIST Special Publications (e.g., SP 800-53, SP 800-171) or CMMC framework.
• Experience in implementing and managing security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and access controls.
• Relevant certifications, such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP.

Pay Band

5

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Arlington location starting at $95,000; Blacksburg location starting at $80,000. Compensation commensurate with experience.

Hours per week

40

Review Date

October 10, 2025

Additional Information

There are two vacancies, one based in Arlington, VA, and the other in Blacksburg, VA, for on-site work only.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Kaitlin Winfree at kaitnw@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

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