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Windows Systems Administrator

CACI International

Hampton, VAFull-time$75–158K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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At a glance

Compensation
$75–158K/yr
Location
Hampton, VA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

DoD 8570-Compliant CertificationTS/SCI clearance

Job overview

CACI seeks a TS/SCI-cleared Windows Systems Administrator to support Distributed Common Ground System operations in Hampton, Virginia. The role manages Windows systems and provides Tier 3 support, DHCP administration, system monitoring, and maintenance. It may require 24/7 availability and up to 10% local travel. Candidates need a qualifying degree-and-experience path or equivalent experience, a DoD 8570-compliant certification, and knowledge of specified Microsoft platforms.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft Configuration ManagerMicrosoft Server 2016 and 2019Microsoft Windows 11PowerShell Scripting

Qualifications

Active DoD TS/SCIBS+4 or 6+ Years ExperienceDoD 8570-Compliant Certification

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Title: Windows Systems Administrator

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local


The Opportunity:

CACI is seeking a highly motivated, TS/SCI‑cleared Systems Administrator to join our Windows Team in Hampton, VA. This immediate‑fill position plays a critical role in supporting Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) operations, where your advanced technical expertise, leadership, and problem‑solving abilities will directly contribute to sustained mission success.

**** This position may require 24/7 availability. ****

Responsibilities:

Manage Microsoft Configuration Manager (MCM), including software deployment, patch management, compliance baselines, and system health monitoring to ensure secure and reliable workstation and server operations.

Provide Tier 3 support as the escalation point for complex technical issues across Windows systems, resolving advanced incidents, performing root-cause analysis, and supporting mission-critical DCGS operations with minimal downtime.

Administer DHCP services, including scope management, reservations, failover configurations, and IP address allocation to maintain stable and efficient network operations across multiple mission systems.

Support mission systems by ensuring availability and performance of systems supporting Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS) operations, including monitoring, troubleshooting, and rapid response to mission-impacting events.

Perform system monitoring and maintenance, including routine health checks, log reviews, performance tuning, and preventative maintenance to ensure high system reliability.

Document technical procedures by creating and maintaining system documentation, configuration standards, troubleshooting guides, and change-control records.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • An active DoD TS/SCI.

  • BS in a related field plus 4+ years' experience, or 6+ years without a degree.

  • Must hold a DoD 8570-compliant certification (such as Security+) to be eligible.

  • Knowledge of the following technologies:

  • Microsoft Server 2016 and 2019

  • Microsoft Windows 11

Desired:

  • Experience with PowerShell scripting.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range :

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$75,200-$158,100

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,471 open Systems Administrator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$75–158K/yr
  • Virginia median$99–164K/yr192 salary ranges
  • US median$95–150K/yr1,507 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $117K, is 10% below the Virginia median midpoint ($130K) — in the middle half of Systems Administrator salary ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 249 open Systems Administrator jobs in Virginia and 2,471 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Systems Administrator postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (2,067 postings).
Education
362 of the 2,471 open Systems Administrator jobs (15%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 6, 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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