Federal & Government Contractors

Hire a Veteran IT Manager / Systems Administrator

Government agencies and the contractors that serve them value people who understand the mission, the standards, and the paperwork. Veterans — including those using SkillBridge or targeting GS roles — arrive already fluent. LockLeed places them into federal-facing work.

The Role

What a IT Manager / Systems Administrator Owns

  • Administer servers, networks, endpoints, and cloud services
  • Lead IT support operations and ticket resolution to SLA
  • Own uptime, backups, and access control
  • Manage vendors and IT projects

Typical Twin Cities compensation (approximate — verify current figures): $75,000 – $135,000, depending on scope, sector, and experience.

Military Fit

Backgrounds that map to this role

25B IT specialist, 25-series signal, Air Force 3D0/3D1, Navy IT, Marine 0671.

Why veterans excel in Federal & Government Contractors

  • Veterans know how the government operates, communicates, and documents — the learning curve is short.
  • They meet contract standards, timelines, and reporting requirements without hand-holding.
  • SkillBridge and transitioning candidates can start contributing before they even separate.
How It Works

From Requisition to First Slate

01
Step One

Requirements Brief

We learn the role, the team, the must-haves, and what “great” looks like for you.

02
Step Two

Source & Screen

We tap our veteran network, screen against your spec, and run a structured LockLeed interview.

03
Step Three

Vetted Shortlist

You get 2–4 vetted finalists with our written endorsement — typically a first slate in 5–10 business days.

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Step Four

Pay on Hire

Contingency model with a placement guarantee. You pay when you hire — not before.

Questions

IT Manager / Systems Administrator Hiring FAQ

What military backgrounds make a good IT Manager / Systems Administrator?

25B IT specialist, 25-series signal, Air Force 3D0/3D1, Navy IT, Marine 0671.

How fast can LockLeed present IT Manager / Systems Administrator candidates?

For most roles we deliver a first slate of 2-4 vetted finalists within 5-10 business days of the requirements brief.

What does it cost to hire through LockLeed?

We work on a contingency model with a placement guarantee — you pay only when you hire, and the placement is guaranteed. It is always free for the candidate.

Do you place IT Manager / Systems Administrators outside the Twin Cities?

We are based in Minneapolis and focused on Minnesota and the surrounding region, with a national veteran network we can tap for the right search.

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