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Tier 1 Systems Administrator

Dark Wolf Solutions
Dark Wolf Solutions Salary
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/22/2026
Dark Wolf Solutions is looking for a Tier 1 Systems Administrator to provide support across the company. This position will require on-site support in Herndon, VA. Responsibilities include:Monitoring and maintaining corporate IT infrastructure and tools.Supporting delivery teams with IT requirements, ensuring compliance with corporate protocols.Upgrading, installing, and configuring new hardware and software to meet corporate objectives.Implementing security protocols and procedures to prevent potential threats.Creating and managing user accounts and performing access control.Performing diagnostic tests and debugging procedures to optimize computer systems. Documenting processes, as well as backing up and archiving data.Endpoint hardware and software troubleshooting. Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field or equivalent work experienceProven customer service experienceWorking knowledge of software engineering concepts, principles, and theoriesWorking knowledge of the software development processProven ability to grasp and apply new information quicklyStrong desire to grow in a DevOps environmentShows initiative on assignments, and professionally executes projects with little directionAbility to handle ever increasing responsibility and assignments with growing complexityWork as an integral part of a team and thrive in collaborative environmentsThrives in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments Working knowledge of software tools supporting Integrated Development Environments (IDE), version control, defect reporting and scriptingAbility to be creative, innovative and responsible, and able to master good decision-making skillsAbility to learn and apply company policies and procedures to resolve routine issuesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to recognize and clearly report relevant informationExperience with Linux, Windows, or macOSUS Citizenship and clearable to a Top Secret security clearance or higherDesired Qualifications:CompTIA Security Tier 1 help desk experienceWorking knowledge of Jira, development tools/environmentsExperience safely updating and patching libraries and applicationsExperience addressing issues in Apache and application logsExperience using Bash, Python, or Google Web Toolkit (GWT)Building and maintaining security-complaint systemsThe estimated salary range for this role is $55,000.00 - $65,000.00, commensurate on experience and technical skillset. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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