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Top Secret/SCI
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$180,000
Occasional travel
CI Polygraph
IT - Security
Fairfax, VA (On-Site/Office)
Senior Systems Administrator – Apexlogic
Location: On-site requirements within Northern Virginia.
Security Clearance: Active CI Poly required
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us:
Apexlogic is a fast-growing Managed Services company dedicated to building cutting-edge,
secure, and scalable IT infrastructure for the Intelligence Community (IC). We operate in
high-stakes environments, supporting mission-critical deployments across cloud and on-premise
systems. Our team values innovation, adaptability, and a problem-solving mindset—this is not a
“butts in seats” work environment or role.
We are looking for a Senior Systems Administrator who thrives in a startup-like environment,
takes ownership of challenges, and proactively finds solutions. The ideal candidate is not just
technically proficient but highly motivated, intellectually curious, and invested in the
success of our mission.
Key Responsibilities:
● Systems Administration & Virtualization
○ Maintain and optimize Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and
Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
○ Manage VMware infrastructure (vSphere, Horizon, VDI).
○ Implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions.
● Network Administration & Security Compliance
○ Administer and troubleshoot Cisco or Juniper networking equipment.
○ Maintain and enhance firewall security, VPN configurations, and network
segmentation.
○ Ensure compliance with STIGs, RMF processes, and NIST security frameworks.
● Automation & Scripting
○ Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Bash to improve
efficiency.
○ Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for provisioning and
configuration management.
● Mission-Critical Support & Problem-Solving
○ Provide hands-on support for deployments, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
○ Collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure system
reliability.
○ Identify and address system vulnerabilities, proactively improving infrastructure
performance.
, ● Cross-Functional Collaboration & Mentorship
○ Work with developers, security teams, and system architects to align
infrastructure with business needs.
○ Mentor junior staff and contribute to team growth through knowledge-sharing.
Required Qualifications:
● Security Clearance: Active CI Poly required (non-negotiable).
● Experience: 5-12 years in system administration, network administration, or cloud
operations.
● Technical Skills:
○ Windows & Linux system administration.
○ VMware (vSphere, Horizon, VDI) administration experience.
○ Networking fundamentals (Cisco, Juniper) – CCNA-level preferred.
○ Security & Compliance: RMF, STIGs, NIST frameworks.
○ Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
Nice-to-Have (Preferred, but Not Required):
● Cloud Infrastructure Experience (AWS, Azure, OCI).
● Network Certifications (CCNA, CCNP).
● Security Certifications (CISSP, Security+, CASP).
● Experience working at product-driven tech companies (Amazon, Microsoft, Google,
Cisco, Juniper, etc.).
Location: On-site requirements within Northern Virginia.
Security Clearance: Active CI Poly required
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us:
Apexlogic is a fast-growing Managed Services company dedicated to building cutting-edge,
secure, and scalable IT infrastructure for the Intelligence Community (IC). We operate in
high-stakes environments, supporting mission-critical deployments across cloud and on-premise
systems. Our team values innovation, adaptability, and a problem-solving mindset—this is not a
“butts in seats” work environment or role.
We are looking for a Senior Systems Administrator who thrives in a startup-like environment,
takes ownership of challenges, and proactively finds solutions. The ideal candidate is not just
technically proficient but highly motivated, intellectually curious, and invested in the
success of our mission.
Key Responsibilities:
● Systems Administration & Virtualization
○ Maintain and optimize Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and
Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
○ Manage VMware infrastructure (vSphere, Horizon, VDI).
○ Implement Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) solutions.
● Network Administration & Security Compliance
○ Administer and troubleshoot Cisco or Juniper networking equipment.
○ Maintain and enhance firewall security, VPN configurations, and network
segmentation.
○ Ensure compliance with STIGs, RMF processes, and NIST security frameworks.
● Automation & Scripting
○ Develop automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Bash to improve
efficiency.
○ Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for provisioning and
configuration management.
● Mission-Critical Support & Problem-Solving
○ Provide hands-on support for deployments, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
○ Collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams to ensure system
reliability.
○ Identify and address system vulnerabilities, proactively improving infrastructure
performance.
, ● Cross-Functional Collaboration & Mentorship
○ Work with developers, security teams, and system architects to align
infrastructure with business needs.
○ Mentor junior staff and contribute to team growth through knowledge-sharing.
Required Qualifications:
● Security Clearance: Active CI Poly required (non-negotiable).
● Experience: 5-12 years in system administration, network administration, or cloud
operations.
● Technical Skills:
○ Windows & Linux system administration.
○ VMware (vSphere, Horizon, VDI) administration experience.
○ Networking fundamentals (Cisco, Juniper) – CCNA-level preferred.
○ Security & Compliance: RMF, STIGs, NIST frameworks.
○ Automation & Scripting: PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
Nice-to-Have (Preferred, but Not Required):
● Cloud Infrastructure Experience (AWS, Azure, OCI).
● Network Certifications (CCNA, CCNP).
● Security Certifications (CISSP, Security+, CASP).
● Experience working at product-driven tech companies (Amazon, Microsoft, Google,
Cisco, Juniper, etc.).
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