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Active Directory/Exchange Specialist V

Linchpin Solutions, Inc.

Quantico, VAFull-time$75–100K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$75–100K/yr
Location
Quantico, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

IAT Level IIITop Secret clearance

Job overview

The Active Directory/Exchange Specialist V provides advanced support for enterprise Active Directory, Exchange, and directory services through system administration, troubleshooting, and Tier II triage. The role manages Active Directory, Exchange, ADAM, and the Global Address List. It is a full-time position with a Sunday–Wednesday 1400–0000 schedule and requires an active Top Secret clearance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationCollaborationIndependent WorkCritical ThinkingActive DirectoryExchangeADAMGlobal Address List

Qualifications

High School DiplomaIAT Level IIIMicrosoft AZ-802 or Similar10+ Years Relevant IT Experience6+ Years Active Directory or Exchange ExperienceActive Top Secret Clearance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave

Full job description

Active Directory/Exchange Specialist V

Quantico, VA (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=quantico+VA+USA+22134)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced Active Directory/Exchange Specialist V

Clearance:Active Top Secret Clearance

Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 1400-0000 (4x10 shift)

Role Overview

The Senior Specialist will provide advanced support for enterprise Active Directory, Exchange, and directory services by performing system administration, troubleshooting, and Tier II triage. They will manage and administer enterprise Active Directory (AD), Exchange, ADAM, and the Global Address List (GAL).

General Skillset

  • Experience with Microsoft Office

  • Verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to work both collaboratively and individually

  • Critical Thinking Skills

Specific Duties

  • Conduct server administration tasks

  • System administration & maintenance

  • Account Administration

  • Troubleshoot, resolve, and escalate (as needed) Tier II tickets

  • Event monitoring

Requirements

Education & Certifications

  • High school diploma

  • IAT Level III required

  • Microsoft AZ-802 or similar certification desired

Experience Requirements

  • 10+ years of relevant IT experience

  • 6+ years working/managing Active Directory and/or Exchange

Build Your Career With Us

Linchpin Solutions’ professional services organization is committed to delivering qualified candidates that meet or exceed clients’ technical and management expectations. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in IT, engineering, software development, logistics, project management, and other key areas. We provide personnel who become valuable assets to the organizations they serve and contribute to the Linchpin Team's overall skill diversity and strength.

Career Choices

Linchpin’s success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing the company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create.

Pay Transparency Statement:

Linchpin Solutions is committed to compliance with applicable pay transparency laws and regulations. Final compensation for any position will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to:

  • Relevant prior work experience

  • Education and certifications

  • Specific skills and competencies

  • Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates

  • Geographic location

While salary ranges may be provided for a position, these ranges are not a guarantee of final compensation, which may vary based on individual qualifications and the specific requirements of the contract.

Benefits:

In addition to competitive compensation, Linchpin Solutions offers a variety of benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) plan with company matching

  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

  • Company-funded disability and life insurance

  • Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Educational assistance and parental leave

Please note that the specific benefits and compensation details may vary depending on the employee’s position, date of hire, and contract terms.

Cyber Security Message

Linchpin Solutions follows a specific recruiting practice to protect all candidates. We will never request any financial information immediately. Do not reveal confidential or sensitive information without ensuring the request is coming from Linchpin Solutions directly. Please do not hesitate to contact us at (443) 707-3070 if you suspect any type of social engineering attacks such as phishing, spear phishing, baiting or any other suspicious activity.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We are 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.

Salary Description

$75,000 - $100,000

How this job compares

Set against the 2,238 open Systems Administrator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$75–100K/yr
  • Virginia median$96–160K/yr190 salary ranges
  • US median$92–146K/yr1,389 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $88K, is 32% below the Virginia median midpoint ($129K) — in the lowest quarter of Systems Administrator salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 257 open Systems Administrator jobs in Virginia and 2,238 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Systems Administrator postings that state a minimum ask for (median 5 years, across 1,882 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 560 of the 2,238 open Systems Administrator jobs (25%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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