Junior Systems Administrator - NV2 Cleared | Canberra Cleared Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a Federal Government Department within the Intelligence Community to engage a NV2 Junior Systems Administrator . This contractor opportunity is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in secure environments, supporting a range of on-premises and Cloud-based infrastructure . You will work closely with senior administrators and other IT teams to ensure the smooth operation and ongoing security of systems critical to national operations. As this role is within a secure environment, you must hold an active NV2 security clearance . About the Role This is a great opportunity for a technically capable, motivated junior administrator to gain hands-on experience supporting essential government IT systems, both physical and virtual. Key Responsibilities: System Administration Support - Assist in maintaining and managing physical and virtual servers. Monitoring & Troubleshooting - Track system performance and escalate hardware/software/network issues. Security & Patch Management - Apply security patches and manage access controls in line with government protocols. Backup & Recovery - Support data backup and disaster recovery procedures. Documentation - Maintain up-to-date system configurations, troubleshooting records, and change logs. Automation & Scripting - Support scripting tasks (PowerShell, Bash) to improve operational efficiency. Collaboration - Work closely with senior admins and cross-functional teams to support smooth system operations. Teamwork - Build strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Our Ideal Candidate Has: Experience supporting Windows desktop environments . Exposure to Cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. An understanding of automation tools such as Ansible, PowerShell, or other scripting languages . Familiarity with ITIL practices and change management processes . Experience in government or highly regulated environments is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work to SFIA Level 4 or above . What This Opportunity Offers: A hands-on opportunity to grow within the Federal Government IT landscape . The chance to work with and learn from highly experienced IT professionals . A secure and supportive team environment within the Intelligence Community. Security Requirements: Due to the nature of this role, you must hold an active NV2 security clearance and be an Australian citizen . How to Apply: If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, contact Daniel on: M: 0424 906 007 At Cleared Recruitment, we connect skilled professionals with impactful roles in Defence, Intelligence, and National Security . Know someone who might be a great fit? Refer them to us and receive a gift card up to $1,000 . Terms and conditions apply.