System Administrator (Contingent Upon Contract Award) at ARETUM Holdings LLC – Bethesda, Maryland
About This Position
Description
Active Secret Clearance
About Aretum
Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.
Job Summary
Aretum is seeking a Systems Administrator to support the secure, stable, and resilient operation of critical DoD enterprise networks and IT infrastructure across geographically distributed SCSTC locations. This role involves the daily administration, sustainment, and troubleshooting of networks, servers, workstations, and virtual environments 25. They are responsible for software/hardware installations, upgrades, patch management, and maintaining LAN/WAN architectures.
Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- A system administrator is responsible for installing, maintaining, securing, and supporting an organization’s IT systems and networks to ensure reliable and efficient operations
- Manage, maintain, and monitor servers, networks, and systems to ensure security, performance, and reliability
- Troubleshoot system issues, apply updates/patches, manage user access, and support day-to-day IT operations
Requirements
- Four (4) years of system management experience
- Strong knowledge of network infrastructure, including LAN/WAN architecture, TCP/IP, and OSI model concepts.
- Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and virtual machine management.
- Proficiency with server and client operating systems (Windows/Linux) and OS command-line utilities.
- Knowledge of IT security principles such as firewalls, DMZs, and system hardening techniques.
- Experience with cloud computing deployment models (public, private, hybrid) and migrating workloads between them.
- Education/Certification: Must possess a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA Security, GSEC, SSCP, and GICSP)
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science or Information Systems.
- Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation tasks.
- Familiarity with ITIL v4 Foundation and advanced enterprise monitoring solutions.
- Prior experience supporting geographically dispersed Navy or DoD enterprise networks
Travel Requirements
This is an onsite position, with work performed onsite at designated client or corporate locations, as needed. Travel requirements may vary depending on project assignments, client meetings, or internal collaboration and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.
EEO Statement
Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@aretum.com for assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
U.S. Work Authorization
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long-Term Disability
- Training & Development
ARETUM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, or age.
ARETUM utilizes e-Verify to check employment authorization.
EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled.