# Systems Administrator

> Saalex · Newport, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-15

**Salary:** USD 95,000–110,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** N9

## Description

**Netsimco, a Saalex Company** is seeking a **Systems Administrator** in **Newport, RI** to support the installation, configuration, maintenance, and security of enterprise information systems. The selected candidate will be responsible for administering Windows and Linux-based environments, supporting networked systems, implementing backup and recovery solutions, and ensuring the reliability, availability, and security of computing infrastructure. This position requires a strong technical foundation in systems administration, troubleshooting, and enterprise technologies.

**Position Type:** Full-Time

**Salary:** $95k-$110k annually (depending on experience)  
**Work Location:** Onsite.

**Essential Functions:**

-   Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows and Linux operating systems.
-   Administer enterprise server environments including Microsoft Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
-   Monitor system performance, availability, and security to ensure optimal operation.
-   Perform hardware and software installations, upgrades, patching, and configuration management.
-   Support web application servers and associated infrastructure.
-   Implement and maintain system backup and disaster recovery procedures.
-   Analyze and resolve system, network, hardware, and software issues.
-   Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls in accordance with organizational security requirements.
-   Support network infrastructure and coordinate with network engineering personnel as needed.
-   Maintain technical documentation, system configurations, and standard operating procedures.
-   Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and information assurance requirements.
-   Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to end users and stakeholders.
-   Other duties as assigned or required.

## Requirements

**Required:**

-   Minimum of **3 years of professional systems administration experience**.
-   Current Microsoft certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, or equivalent).
-   At least **1 year of experience in one or more of the following areas:**

-   Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
-   Web application server administration
-   Network engineering
-   UNIX/Linux system administration
-   System backup and recovery
-   Installation and configuration of hardware, operating systems, and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) software

-   Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining server operating systems and enterprise applications.
-   Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

**Desired:**

-   Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Government, or military environments.
-   Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
-   Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise storage solutions.
-   Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and security compliance frameworks.
-   Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or AWS.
-   Additional certifications such as Security+, Linux+, RHCSA, RHCE, or equivalent.

**Education:**

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.

**Security Clearance:**

Active Top Secret clearance required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

## Benefits

-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Training & Development
-   Wellness Resources
-   Stock Option Plan

## Apply

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