System Administrator
Richmond, VA - USA
Job Summary
Job ID: 802021
Systems Administrators
Location: Richmond VA 23219
Duration: 6 Months (Possibility of Extensions)
Client: OAG (Virginia Office of the Attorney General)
Onsite Job
Position Overview
The Virginia Office of the Attorney General (OAG) seeks 2 Systems Administrators to support a secure stable and high-performing hybrid IT environment. This role administers servers identity systems and enterprise services across on-premises and cloud platforms.
The Systems Administrator is a hands-on technical role focused on disciplined execution of operational processes including patching monitoring backup and system maintenance. The position works under the direction of the Director of Infrastructure & Operations and collaborates with Network Engineering Information Security End User Services and Application/Data teams.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Administration
- Administer Windows Server environments (on-premises and cloud)
- Manage Active Directory Group Policy DNS and DHCP
- Support Microsoft 365 services (Exchange Online Entra ID/Azure AD)
- Maintain system performance availability and configuration
Patch Management & Vulnerability Remediation
- Execute structured patching for servers and core systems
- Coordinate with leadership on scheduling and system impact
- Support vulnerability remediation aligned to security priorities
- Validate patches prior to deployment
- Track patch compliance and status
Security & Compliance Support
- Implement security controls defined by the Information Security Office
- Support identity and access management practices including MFA
- Assist with system hardening logging and monitoring integrations
- Provide support for audits and compliance activities
Monitoring & Incident Response
- Monitor systems and respond to alerts and operational issues
- Provide Tier 2/3 support for infrastructure incidents
- Participate in incident response and escalation processes
- Contribute to root cause analysis and service improvements
Backup & Disaster Recovery
- Administer backup and recovery solutions
- Perform and validate backup and restore testing
- Support recovery objectives (RTO/RPO)
Change Management & Operations
- Follow defined change management processes
- Execute infrastructure changes in a controlled manner
- Participate in CAB or similar governance processes