Systems Administrator

Position Description

Take your IT career to the next level as an experienced Systems Administrator on a collaborative Agile team supporting the infrastructure behind mission-critical supervisory systems for a federal agency. You'll serve as a technical authority for server administration, automation, security, and troubleshooting, and act as a mentor and escalation point for junior staff. If you're passionate about technology, thrive in complex environments, and want to make a real impact, this is your opportunity to drive operational excellence in a mission-driven organization.

This position is located in our Lafayette, Louisiana office; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable.

Due to the nature of government contracts, US citizenship is required.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain Windows server environments and related infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance
• Lead advanced system configuration, patching, upgrades, and compliance activities
• Oversee system health, performance, and availability using enterprise tools (e.g., SolarWinds, AppDynamics, ThousandEye)
• Serve as an escalation point for complex incidents, performing root cause analysis and mentoring junior staff on troubleshooting and best practices
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls (Active Directory, IAM), and support privileged access management
• Design, implement, and test backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
• Automate system administration and operational tasks using scripting (PowerShell, Bash)
• Document system architectures, configurations, changes, and standard operating procedures
• Collaborate with IT, security, and development teams to support deployments, resolve issues, and ensure secure operations
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, contribute to process improvement, and share knowledge across the team
• Stay current with emerging technologies, security standards, and best practices

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in systems administration, IT operations, or related roles in enterprise environments
• Advanced proficiency with Windows Server administration, Active Directory, and networking concepts
• Experience with system monitoring and management tools (e.g., SolarWinds, AppDynamics)
• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Bash)
• Demonstrated experience supporting backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures
• Experience mentoring or guiding junior administrators or IT staff
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
• Eligibility for federal background investigation and compliance with security requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting enterprise-scale or federal IT environments
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and hybrid infrastructure
• Exposure to DevSecOps, CI/CD, or Agile environments
• Certifications (e.g., CompTIA Server+, Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator, Azure Administrator)
• Experience with privileged access management and security compliance

Compensation and Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $71,700.00 - $176,300.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well-being programs

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