Senior System Administrator
$168,000–$240,000 year
On-site · Laurel, Maryland, United States
Job Summary
Senior System Administrator to join an intel-focused team, responsible for IAVA patching, Windows/Linux server administration in hybrid on-premise and cloud environments, automation and IaC with Ansible and Terraform, AWS cloud deployments (EC2, Lambda, CloudFormation), and GPO/PowerShell scripting; requires TS/SCI with polygraph, DoD 8570 IAT I, 15 years SA experience, and a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline; depth in Windows/Linux patching, security/compliance, and DoD information assurance practices. Salary range $168,000–$240,000 with comprehensive benefits; location in Laurel, MD.
Required Qualifications
- TS/SCI Clearance with polygraph
- Fifteen (15) years of experience as a System Administrator in programs/contracts of similar scope
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university (5 years of additional SA experience may substitute for a bachelor)
- DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I
- Proficiency with Windows Server versions (hardening, patching, upgrading, disk management)
- Linux server experience (patching and software maintenance)
- Experience with IAVA patching and reporting
- Experience maintaining and upgrading installed software
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in computer systems and software
- Hybrid Linux/Windows System Administrator background (preferred)
- Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services (Lambda, CloudFormation, EC2, IAM)
- Scripting/automation tools: Ansible, Terraform, PowerShell, Bash, Python (preferred)
- Active Directory and Group Policy Management
- Cloud security practices, patch management, and compliance reporting
- Independent and collaborative work style in fast-paced environments
Additional Requirements
- None stated in posting
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