Junior Systems Analyst - Contingent

About the role

Public Trust Eligibility Required

This is a contingent position, meaning employment is dependent upon the successful award of the associated contract to Aretum and completion of any required background investigation or security clearance verification.

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Junior Systems Analyst to support our content management and systems engineering efforts across multiple IT environments. This remote role is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in supporting enterprise content management systems (CMS) like Drupal, WordPress, and OpenText. Most of our systems are hosted on Linux platforms, and many have database backends. The ideal candidate has experience as a Systems Analyst or Web Master and understands service desk-type environments and tier 1, tier 2, and tier 3 support, as well as meeting SLA requirements. This remote position primarily provides tier 1 and tier 2 software and application support for web-based systems tailored to our federal client's needs. We strive to provide high-quality and unparalleled user support, user management, and customer service. This role may require after-hours system support and testing.

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

Respond to and troubleshoot user experience issues; support user questions

Enhance and maintain existing web-based applications/systems/web sites

Help administer and maintain the web system and infrastructure

Perform other short-term and long-term tasks and duties as assigned by management

Test software for responsiveness and efficiency

Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade software as required

Monitor system uptime, performance, and health

Create, implement, and validate security and data protection settings

Draft/update technical documentation

Attend and participate in client meetings

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum of 2 years of overall experience

At least 1 year must be in web development, application administration, or Linux administration

Understanding of service desk-type environments and SLA requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on experience with Linux administration

Experience with supporting enterprise content management systems (CMS)

Experience with supporting databases

Experience with productivity systems like GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins

Experience with business systems and automation

Travel Requirements

This is a remote position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions. Travel is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@aretum.com for assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

U.S. Work Authorization

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

Salary Range: $65,000–$90,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including education, experience, qualifications, skills, and applicable contract requirements.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

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Workplace

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Seniority

junior From the job title

Employment type

Not established

Location as listed

McLean, Virginia, United States

Pay and work authorization

Stated pay

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Visa sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Citizenship

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