Systems Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management Jobs
22nd Century Technologies, Inc.Role Overview
22nd Century Technologies, Inc. is hiring a mid-level Systems Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management Jobs. This is a full-time role in Washington. Part of 22nd Century Technologies, Inc.'s Lifecycle hiring, posted last week. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Title: System Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management
Organization: DoD
Location: Fort McNair, DC 20319
Clearance Requirement:
Secret Clearance
Certification Requirement:
DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification (IAT II preferred – e.g., Security+, CASP+, CISSP)
Position Overview
The System Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management is responsible for maintaining the security, integrity, and operational availability of enterprise information systems supporting National Defense University mission operations. This role focuses on vulnerability remediation, patch lifecycle management, compliance enforcement, and system hardening activities across server, workstation, and virtualized environments.
The position supports cybersecurity initiatives aligned with Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, Zero Trust principles, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and cybersecurity compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage enterprise patch deployment and vulnerability remediation activities across Windows and Linux environments.
- Administer operating system updates, firmware upgrades, security patches, and third-party application updates.
- Utilize vulnerability management tools such as:
o Tenable/Nessus
o ACAS
o Trellix
o Microsoft SCCM/MECM
o Microsoft Intune
- Perform vulnerability scanning, risk analysis, prioritization, and remediation tracking.
- Monitor cybersecurity compliance metrics and generate vulnerability reporting dashboards.
- Coordinate patch testing, validation, deployment scheduling, and rollback procedures.
- Maintain system configurations in accordance with:
o Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
o DoD Cybersecurity requirements
o RMF controls
o NIST 800-53 security standards
- Support endpoint hardening and configuration management activities.
- Investigate security findings and coordinate remediation efforts with infrastructure and cybersecurity teams.
- Perform system administration tasks including:
o Active Directory administration
o Group Policy management
o DNS/DHCP support
o File and print services administration
o Windows Server administration
o VMware virtual environment administration
- Support incident response activities related to system vulnerabilities.
- Document patch management processes, change control activities, and remediation procedures.
- Participate in audits, compliance assessments, and cybersecurity inspections.
- Collaborate with Information Assurance, Network Engineering, and Cybersecurity personnel to ensure operational security requirements are met.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of system administration experience in enterprise environments.
- 3+ years of dedicated experience supporting patch management and vulnerability remediation.
- Experience with enterprise vulnerability scanning tools.
- Knowledge of:
o Vulnerability management lifecycle
o Patch deployment methodologies
o DoD cybersecurity requirements
o STIG implementation
o RMF processes
o NIST 800-53 controls
o Zero Trust architecture concepts
- Experience with scripting and automation
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Systems Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management Jobs position at 22nd Century Technologies, Inc.?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to 22nd Century Technologies, Inc.. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Systems Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management Jobs position at 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. located?
This position is based in Washington. 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Systems Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management Jobs at 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. earn?
22nd Century Technologies, Inc. has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Systems Administrator – Patching and Vulnerability Management Jobs role at 22nd Century Technologies, Inc. posted?
This role was posted on May 29, 2026 (10 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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