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.

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