Systems Administrator (6773)

Location: Remote

Department: USAF DAF CMPMI

MetroStar is seeking a Systems Administrator to support a U.S. Air Force customer by administering, maintaining, and securing enterprise IT systems in a dynamic mission environment. The Systems Administrator will be responsible for ensuring the availability, performance, and security of an Air Force system hosted within an AWS Gov Cloud environment. The core system consists of Linux based servers. This role supports system modernization, strict cybersecurity compliance, and operational excellence. This is a fully remote position with limited travel required to support customer meetings or mission needs.

We know that you can’t have great technology services without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us, then check out the job description below!

What you’ll do:

• Monitor the health, performance, and availability of AWS-hosted Linux and Windows servers, responding to alerts and troubleshooting issues before they impact operations.
• Perform routine system administration tasks, including patch management, software updates, vulnerability remediation, and system maintenance activities.
• Harden servers and applications in accordance with DISA STIG requirements, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and maintaining secure system baselines.
• Review vulnerability scan results, develop remediation plans and POA&Ms (Plans of Action and Milestones), and coordinate corrective actions with technical teams.
• Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities by collecting compliance evidence, documenting security controls, and helping maintain authorization requirements.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls, ensuring proper system access while adhering to established security protocols.
• Maintain configuration management standards by validating server configurations, documenting changes, and ensuring systems remain compliant with approved baselines.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and interoperability issues, working with engineers and cybersecurity personnel to quickly resolve incidents and minimize mission impact.
• Execute backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures, helping ensure system resilience and continuity of operations.
• Create and update technical documentation, SOPs, and knowledge articles to support operational consistency and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate regularly with Air Force stakeholders, cybersecurity teams, cloud engineers, and system administrators to support continuous monitoring, infrastructure modernization efforts, and mission success.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Bachelors degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. *(High school diploma+ 7 yrs Linux system administration experience may be substituted for degree)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience administering Linux enterprise IT systems.
• Proven experience as a System Administrator operating within an AWS environment.
• Hands-on experience supporting Department of War (DoW) or U.S. Air Force IT environments.
• Experience administering Linux operating systems (AWS Linux, Ubuntu) as well as Microsoft Windows Server environments.
• Must have extensive experience hardening servers and applications in accordance with DISA STIGs.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manipulate operating system components and optimize performance.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must meet DoD 8140 qualification requirements. (e.g., Security + CE)
• Active Secret security clearance required.

SALARY RANGE: $90,000 - $100,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including: 

• The candidates professional background and relevant work experience
• The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
• Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation
• This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
• Performance-based bonuses
• Company-paid training and/or certifications
• Referral bonuses