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Must have11
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience may be substituted
Minimum of five (5) years of experience administering Windows Server environments in an enterprise setting
Experience supporting Linux operating systems in production environments
Experience with PowerShell and at least one additional scripting language such as Bash or Python
Experience with virtualization technologies, including VMware vSphere and/or Microsoft Hyper-V
Experience implementing or supporting DevOps tools and practices
Familiarity with source control systems such as Git
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and firewall concepts
Experience with system monitoring, logging, and performance management tools
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Nice to have7
Experience supporting federal government or Department of Defense (DoD) environments
Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar technologies
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes
Familiarity with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), NIST frameworks, and cybersecurity best practices
Experience supporting highly available and mission-critical hosting environments
Microsoft, Red Hat, VMware, AWS, Azure, or related industry certifications
Eligibility1
Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust
Skills
Windows Server
Active Directory
Group Policy
DNS
DHCP
IIS
Linux
Red Hat
Rocky Linux
Ubuntu
PowerShell
Bash
Python
VMware vSphere
Microsoft Hyper-V
Git
Azure DevOps
GitLab
Jenkins
GitHub Actions
Terraform
Ansible
Docker
Kubernetes
Apache
Nginx
Microsoft Azure
AWS
Google Cloud Platform
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance
Paid time off
Family leave
Short term disability
Long term disability
Training and development
Wellness resources
About the company
Join a team where innovation meets mission. Our AI, cloud, cyber, and modernization solutions save agencies thousands of hours, safeguard national security, and strengthen health and humanitarian missions worldwide. With 1,700+ team members, 1,500+ AI/data experts, and 100+ prime contracts, we deliver at scale and with purpose.
We’ve been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Washington Post for six straight years and named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies 13 of the past 14 years. Credence is a welcoming home for those looking to grow and contribute to positive change. We encourage all employees to expand beyond their boundaries, dive into important world-changing Federal challenges.
About the role
Credence has an immediate openiing for a highly skilled Senior Cloud Systems Administrator to support the Enterprise Sourcing, Medical and Contingency (ESMC) Portfolio Hosting Support Contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, security, automation, and optimization of enterprise hosting environments supporting mission-critical applications and services.
This role requires a professional who is equally comfortable managing Windows-based infrastructure, supporting Linux systems, and implementing modern DevOps practices to improve system reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency. The position is a hybrid role, requiring on-site support at Credence Headquarters in McLean, Virginia, three days per week.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to …
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Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, IIS, and related services
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Support and manage Linux servers (Red Hat, Rocky Linux, Ubuntu, or similar distributions) in enterprise environments
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Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity to ensure optimal operation of hosted applications and services
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Implement, maintain, and improve infrastructure automation using scripting and configuration management tools
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Support DevOps initiatives, including CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, automated deployments, and system monitoring
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Collaborate with developers, cybersecurity personnel, network engineers, and program stakeholders to support hosting requirements
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Perform routine system patching, upgrades, vulnerability remediation, and security hardening activities
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Manage virtualized environments utilizing VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud-based platforms
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Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system diagrams
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Support backup, recovery, continuity of operations, and disaster recovery activities
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Participate in incident response, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
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Ensure compliance with organizational security policies, government regulations, and applicable standards
Requirements
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Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust
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Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience may be substituted
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Minimum of five (5) years of experience administering Windows Server environments in an enterprise setting
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Experience supporting Linux operating systems in production environments
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Experience with PowerShell and at least one additional scripting language such as Bash or Python
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Experience with virtualization technologies, including VMware vSphere and/or Microsoft Hyper-V
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Experience implementing or supporting DevOps tools and practices
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Familiarity with source control systems such as Git
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Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and firewall concepts
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Experience with system monitoring, logging, and performance management tools
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Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience supporting federal government or Department of Defense (DoD) environments
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Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform
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Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar technologies
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Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes
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Familiarity with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), NIST frameworks, and cybersecurity best practices
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Experience supporting highly available and mission-critical hosting environments
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Microsoft, Red Hat, VMware, AWS, Azure, or related industry certifications
$145,000 - $160,000 annually. Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience, education, certifications, skills, location, and overall qualifications.