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System Administrator (SA)

System Administrator (SA): Individual responsible for the installation and maintenance of an information system, providing effective information system…

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Individual responsible for the installation and maintenance of an information system, providing effective information system utilization, adequate security param eters, and sound implementation of established Information Assurance policy and procedures.

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Definition 2

A person who manages the technical aspects of a system. (SP 800-40) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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