Senior Systems Administrator

Cherry Point, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 14, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Plan, implement, and manage enterprise server and network infrastructure, including VMware, Linux, cloud, and secure LAN environments. Lead infrastructure operations, cybersecurity and system protection, automation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement while mentoring junior personnel and maintaining system availability.

Job details

nLogic is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to support anticipated work on a mission-focused effort in the Cherry Point area. This role will play a key part in supporting enterprise infrastructure, virtualization technologies, cloud services, cybersecurity initiatives, and network operations within a collaborative defense and technology environment. In this role, you will provide technical leadership for infrastructure operations while ensuring the availability, security, and reliability of enterprise systems supporting mission requirements. This is an opportunity to be considered early for a high-impact effort supporting critical defense and space missions. Responsibilities Plan, implement, and manage complex server and network infrastructures Design and administer enterprise system architecture.Support VMware, Linux, and cloud-based environments Manage system security functions including firewalls, backups, and system protection measures Develop automation scripts and operational efficiencies Install, maintain, and support hardware, software, and application environments Deploy and support secure LAN infrastructure Ensure network connectivity and information system availability across operational environments Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior personnel Support troubleshooting, issue resolution, quality assurance, and continuous improvement efforts. Required Qualifications Active, in-scope Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance required. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in a STEM-related field and 6 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree in a STEM-related field and 4 years of relevant experience; or PhD in a STEM-related field and 2 years of relevant experience; or Associate degree and 8 years of relevant experience; or High school diploma and 10 years of relevant experience. Experience planning, implementing, and managing complex server and network infrastructures Experience designing system architecture and administering VMware, Linux, and cloud environments Experience managing cybersecurity and system protection functions Experience developing automation scripts and process improvements Experience mentoring technical personnel Experience supporting hardware, software, and application environments Experience deploying and maintaining LANs and secure information systems Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting enterprise-scale infrastructure environments Advanced Microsoft, VMware, Linux, cloud, or cybersecurity certifications Experience supporting Department of Defense or Federal Government programs Experience supporting mission-critical operational systems Experience providing technical leadership and infrastructure oversight Position Details Work Model: Full-Time, Onsite in Cherry Point, NC Travel: Occasional travel may be required in support of customer requirements Work Hours: Standard work hours with occasional support outside normal business hours as required U.S. Citizenship is required Active U.S. Secret security clearance required (or ability to obtain and maintain) Why nLogic At nLogic, we support mission-focused defense and space efforts that have real-world impact. Our teams work collaboratively alongside government and industry partners to deliver high-quality, mission-focused solutions. As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), our employees directly share in the success of the organization, creating a culture of accountability, ownership, and long-term investment in our work. We offer a stable environment with opportunities to develop new skills, take on meaningful responsibilities, and contribute to efforts that support national security and advanced technologies. Summary Of Benefits nLogic offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); and professional development support. How To Apply Qualified candidates should submit their application through our online portal to be considered for this opportunity. Equal Opportunity Employer nLogic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Requirements

Requires a STEM-related bachelor's degree and six years of relevant experience, or an alternative combination of education and experience ranging from a master's degree with four years to a high school diploma with ten years. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and hold or be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance, with experience in infrastructure, virtualization, cloud, cybersecurity, automation, LANs, and technical mentoring.