System Administrator

Location: Silver Spring, MD – On-Site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary Range: $80,000 – $85,000 annually

Who We Are

RCG, Inc. is a fast-growing federal contracting firm proudly Certified™ as a Great Place to Work®. We foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and excellence while delivering technology and mission support services that help government agencies succeed.

We are seeking a System Administrator to support a federal government customer with staff located at the Silver Spring Metro Campus and field offices in Norfolk, VA; Chesapeake, VA; Seattle, WA; and Durham, NH.

Please note: Due to the secure nature of this government agency, all candidates must be U.S. Citizens and able to successfully pass the required background investigation.

The Opportunity

This full-time, on-site role is ideal for an experienced IT professional with strong system administration skills and a customer-focused mindset. You’ll support mission systems and end users while collaborating with government stakeholders and internal technical teams.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Support Azure and AWS environments, including migrations from on-premises systems
• Assist with cloud strategy, risk management, and security authorization planning
• Analyze server architecture and recommend infrastructure improvements
• Provide engineering and administration support for cloud-based services

System Administration

• Administer Windows and Linux (RedHat/Amazon) environments
• Monitor system performance to ensure uptime and reliability
• Install, configure, patch, and maintain servers and applications
• Maintain system documentation, inventories, and capacity planning
• Configure new systems and manage hardware/software assets

User & Access Management

• Create, modify, and remove user accounts
• Manage MFA, password policies, RBAC, ICAM, and YubiKey distribution
• Support Google Workspace (email, calendar, client configuration)

Security & Compliance

• Apply security patches and monitor vulnerabilities
• Support System Security Plans (SSPs) in coordination with ISSO
• Assist with cloud security controls and authorization boundaries
• Monitor threats and incidents using tools such as Tenable

Troubleshooting & Operations

• Diagnose hardware, software, and connectivity issues
• Support Windows/Linux interoperability and COTS/custom applications
• Develop basic automation to improve administrative efficiency
• Coordinate hardware repairs and vendor support

Backup, Recovery & Documentation

• Maintain backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Test recovery plans to support business continuity
• Document system changes and develop SOPs/training materials
• Support Help Desk teams with ticket resolution

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience; 4 years may substitute)

Experience

• 9–11 years in system administration or related technical field

Skills & Knowledge:

• AWS, Azure, and Google Workspace
• Windows and Linux server administration
• MFA, RBAC, ICAM, and YubiKey management
• Backup strategies and disaster recovery planning
• Security patching, vulnerability management, and incident response
• Automation/scripting for administrative efficiency
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills
• Ability to collaborate with vendors, internal teams, and federal stakeholders

Preferred

• Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, ITIL, CISSP
• Federal client experience
• Familiarity with ServiceNow, Active Directory, Microsoft 365

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Secure federal office environment
• May lift equipment up to 50 lbs
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Occasional after-hours or weekend support

Security Requirements

• Employment contingent upon successful government background investigation
• Position is not telework eligible

Why Join RCG?

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Growth opportunities in federal IT
• Supportive, people-first culture
• Certified™ Great Place to Work®

Equal Employment Opportunity

RCG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.