Mid/Sr System Administrator (TS/SCI Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph Required)

J&T; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

J&T in Maryland is seeking a Mid/Sr System Administrator to support a large, distributed network environment in Annapolis Junction. You will deliver full-lifecycle systems administration, operations, and maintenance across air-gapped enclaves, deploying, patching, and optimizing server and desktop environments while driving security compliance.

Key duties include managing Windows Server 2019, Active Directory, and RHEL access controls; virtualization with VMware; and handling vulnerability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline plus at least 8 years of relevant systems administration experience, or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Windows Server 2019, Active Directory, and foundational knowledge of RHEL.
• Hands-on experience administering client/server virtualization (e.g., VMware).
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring, automation, and security tools (e.g., SaltStack, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, Nessus).
• Ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, reimage, back up, and restore enterprise hardware.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and support occasional day travel.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, optimize, and maintain Windows and Linux server/desktop configurations across air-gapped enclaves.
• Administer, sustain, and troubleshoot web-based information sharing and storage environments.
• Manage Active Directory, domain services, group policies, cert renewals, and access controls.
• Execute system scanning, vulnerability management, security patching, and mitigation with automated tools.
• Perform VM provisioning, virtualization management, and hardware reimaging/troubleshooting.
• Maintain documentation of server and network architectures for rapid incident response.
• Communicate system status, maintenance, and outages with stakeholders and leadership.
• Support local travel and physical equipment handling up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Windows Server 2019

Active Directory

RHEL

VMware

Security patching

Vulnerability management

Documentation

Communication

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

SaltStack

Ansible

Splunk

Puppet

SolarWinds

Nessus

Job description

Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Salary Range: $100,000 – $200,000 / year (dependent on experience, education, and skill set)

About the Role

Seeking an energetic and experienced Mid/Sr System Administrator to support a large, complex, and geographically distributed network environment in Annapolis Junction, MD.

In this role, you will deliver full-lifecycle systems administration, operations, and maintenance across multiple air-gapped enclaves, each featuring dedicated domains, storage architectures, and network infrastructure. You will be responsible for deploying, patching, and optimizing server and desktop environments, driving security compliance, and troubleshooting complex hardware and software issues to ensure maximum operational uptime.

• Install, configure, optimize, and maintain Windows and Linux server/desktop configurations across complex, air-gapped enclaves.
• Administer, sustain, and troubleshoot web-based information sharing and storage application environments.
• Manage Active Directory, domain services, group policies, certificate renewals, and access controls.
• Execute system scanning, vulnerability management, security patching, and vulnerability mitigation using automated tools.
• Perform client and server virtualization management, virtual machine provisioning, and hardware reimaging/troubleshooting.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of server and network architectures to facilitate rapid incident response and knowledge sharing.
• Communicate system status, scheduled maintenance, and outage resolutions with end users, technical teams, and program leadership.
• Support occasional short-duration local/day travel and handle physical equipment handling (up to 50 lbs).

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline plus at least 8 years of relevant systems administration experience, OR
• Equivalent combination of additional years of hands-on technical experience substituting for the degree.

• Operating Systems & Directory Services: Proficiency with Windows Server 2019, Active Directory, and foundational knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Virtualization: Hands-on experience administering client and server virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware).
• Enterprise Tools: Demonstrated familiarity with enterprise monitoring, automation, and security tools (e.g., SaltStack, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, Nessus).
• Hardware & Operations: Proven ability to install, configure, troubleshoot, reimage, back up, and restore enterprise server and desktop hardware.
• Physical & Travel Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and support occasional day or short-duration travel.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft SQL Server administration.
• Automation and scripting experience using Python, SaltStack, PowerShell, and PowerCLI.
• Background supporting software configuration management and development staging environments.
• Experience working within Agile frameworks and delivery teams.
• Working knowledge of PKI architectures utilizing Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and NTP synchronization.
• Experience generating documentation and technical evidence for system security authorization and accreditation packages.

Benefits & Compensation

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees both personally and professionally:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing education and professional development

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.