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Job ID: 7819C Date Posted: July 20, 2026 Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to design, implement, secure, and maintain systems and associated applications, services, and…
Engineering & IT · Albuquerque, NM
Systems Administrator jobs in Albuquerque, NM
Systems administrators keep an organization's servers, networks, and core services running — handling installs, patching, backups, permissions, and the problems that surface in between.
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be a part of a team that solve some of the world's most complex technical challenges. We are seeking Senior and SME-level Ground Systems and Space Systems Engineers to join the HADES program in Albuquerque, NM. HADES is…
connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure. Job Description Network/ System Administrator II The primary function is working within Special Access Programs (SAPs) su…
Title: Senior Ground System Engineer KBR is seeking a Senior Ground Systems Engineer to provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office. The selected candidate will a…
support of U.S. citizens. Job Description Transform technology into opportunity as a Systems Architect with GDIT , supporting the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) . In this mission-focused role, you’ll sha…
Title: Senior Space Systems Engineer KBR is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to provide System Engineering Technical Assistance (SETA) support to the Space Rapid Capabilities Office (Space RCO) in Albuquerque, New Mexic…
$63.3k - $129.7k
readiness across multiple locations nationwide. As a Desktop Support Technician, you’ll be the go‑to problem solver who keeps critical systems running, supports end users with professionalism, and ensures seamless functi…
$165k - $225k
Job ID: 7984A Date Posted: June 3, 2026 Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Multidisciplinary Systems Engineer to develop, integrate, and test satellite ground system solutions. The successful candi…
GDIT) seeks a highly motivated and experienced Senior Database Administrator to support a Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) mission... ...This position will support the Defense Stockpile Management Systems (DSMS) wh…
challenges. The Space Force's HADES program is seeking a Ground Systems Chief Engineer to join their team in Albuquerque, NM.... ...Security+ ~ One of these: SAFe Architect, DoDAF/MODAF, Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) #H…
The Systems Engineering Technologies Department is charged with identifying, developing and applying new technologies that can address the Government's most challenging Systems Engineering problems. ~ This is an opportun…
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Seeking an experienced Cloud Systems Administrator to join our team supporting the NEST Communication Program. Your efforts will provide hands-on operational and technical support to the NEST Communications Program withi…
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What systems administrators earn in Albuquerque
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$32 | $46k–$67k |
| Mid level | $32–$44 | $67k–$91k |
| Senior | $42–$58 | $88k–$121k |
Adjusted for the Albuquerque market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Windows Server and Active DirectoryLinux administrationNetworking (DNS, DHCP, VPN)Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)Backup and disaster recoveryScripting (PowerShell, Bash)Microsoft 365 / Azure ADPatch and endpoint managementDocumentation
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Users report they cannot access a shared drive. How do you troubleshoot?
Work in layers: scope (one user or many), network, permissions, and the server itself. Narrating a clear elimination process is the whole answer.
Walk me through your backup and restore strategy.
Cover the 3-2-1 principle, retention, and — most importantly — actually testing restores. 'Backups exist' means nothing until a restore succeeds.
How do you roll out patches without breaking things?
Talk about test groups, maintenance windows, rollback plans, and prioritizing by severity. Balance security urgency against stability.
Tell me about a major outage you handled.
Structure it: detection, communication, fix, and what you changed afterward. Mentioning how you kept users informed matters as much as the fix.
How do you manage user onboarding and offboarding securely?
Describe standardized checklists or automation, least-privilege access, and prompt deprovisioning. Orphaned accounts are the risk they are probing.
What do you automate in your day-to-day work?
Give real script examples — account creation, monitoring checks, cleanup jobs. Automation instinct is what separates admins who scale.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For systems administrators specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the environment size you supported: users, servers, sites — it frames everything else on the page.
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List the platforms precisely (Windows Server versions, Linux distros, VMware, M365) since job postings screen on exact matches.
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Quantify reliability: uptime maintained, ticket backlog reduced, restore times improved.
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Show scripting and automation work explicitly; it is the main lever for moving up from this role.
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Include certifications that are current (Microsoft, CompTIA, Linux) and drop expired ones.
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