Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sprezzatura is a mission-driven, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in secure, scalable, and human-centered digital solutions. The System Administrator role involves providing operational support, maintenance, and modernization of IT systems, ensuring secure and compliant infrastructure operations that support mission-critical services for Veterans.
Responsibilities
- Manage, configure, and maintain Windows and/or Linux servers across development, test, staging, and production environments
- Perform system provisioning, configuration, patching, and optimization to ensure high availability and performance
- Support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity/access management in VA environments
- Maintain virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper‑V) and cloud‑hosted systems within VA Enterprise Cloud
- Ensure systems comply with VA cybersecurity policies, FISMA, NIST 800‑53, Zero Trust, and VAAR/FAR requirements
- Support ISSOs with vulnerability remediation, POA&M updates, and continuous monitoring activities
- Implement secure configuration baselines (STIGs, CIS benchmarks) and maintain audit readiness
- Manage patching cycles, antivirus/EDR tools, and security logging in accordance with VA OIT directives
- Support hybrid infrastructure spanning on‑premise data centers and VA‑approved cloud environments (AWS, Azure)
- Assist with cloud migrations, modernization efforts, and containerized workloads where applicable
- Manage storage, backups, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations (COOP) processes
- Diagnose and resolve system, network, and application issues across VA environments
- Provide Tier 2/3 support for incidents, service requests, and escalations
- Collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, network teams, and VA stakeholders to resolve cross‑functional issues
- Maintain system documentation, SOPs, configuration records, and architecture diagrams
- Support change management processes (CAB, RFCs) in alignment with VA governance
- Ensure all systems and configurations adhere to VA TRM‑approved technologies and standards
- Work closely with VA PMs, CORs, product owners, and technical teams to support operational needs
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to iterative delivery cycles
- Provide recommendations for system improvements, modernization, and operational efficiency
Skills
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Required)
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years of system administration experience in enterprise or federal environments
- Experience supporting VA, DoD, HHS, or other federal agencies
- Strong experience with Windows/Linux administration, virtualization, and identity management
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks, STIGs, and secure configuration practices
- Experience with monitoring, logging, and incident response tools
- Experience with VA systems (VistA, Cerner/Oracle Health, VES, IAM, TRM‑approved tools)
- Certifications such as Security+, Network+, Microsoft, Red Hat, AWS/Azure Administrator, or ITIL
- Experience with T4NG/T4NG2, VHA modernization, or VA enrollment sustainment and transformation programs
- Experience with automation tools (PowerShell, Bash, Ansible) and cloud operations
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Health Saving Account (when enrolled in eligible plan) with Company contribution
- Company paid Life, Accidental Death, Short-term & Long-term Disability
- Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Care Insurance
- Voluntary Medical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Accrued Paid Time Off & Company Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company match
Company Overview
Sprez·za·tu·ra (sprāt-tsä-ˈtü-rä) n. Itl – The art of making the difficult appear effortless. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in Mc Lean, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://sprezzmc.com.