Senior Systems Administrator – Fort Meade, MD

Cyntel Technologies, LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Military Leave

Medical Plan

Job summary

Cyntel Technologies in Fort Meade, MD is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to ensure the reliable operation of complex IT systems, including multi-user servers, LAN/WAN security, and directory services. The role demands active TS/SCI clearance and hands-on experience with VMware, Windows Server, Linux, and security policies.

You will design, deploy, and maintain systems, manage access and security, and collaborate on projects with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or IT with 8 years related experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working as a System Administrator.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience with VMware utilization technologies.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with Microsoft System Administration (GPOs, DHCP, DNS, AD).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with SAN storage.
• Knowledge of Linux system administration including lodging.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Server 2012 System Administration and Troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of IT security essentials and security administration.
• Information Assurance DoD 85701-M Certification.
• VMware Certified Professional Certification.
• Must have Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain LAN/WAN policies and security for networks.
• Design and monitor new complex systems.
• Configure and install system hardware/software; maintain server and domain security.
• Troubleshoot complex networking and administration issues with Network Administrators.
• Plan installation of new/modified hardware, OS, and applications.
• Manage accounts, network rights, access, and security procedures.
• Resolve hardware/software interface problems.
• Ensure systems availability, functionality, integrity and efficiency.
• Maintain system configuration and apply fixes/upgrades.
• Perform feasibility studies on complex information systems.
• Participate in management meetings and special projects

Skills

Security+ certification

VMware utilization

Windows Server administration

Linux system administration

Active Directory

Networking fundamentals

PowerShell scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

DNS

DHCP

Active Directory

SAN storage

PowerShell

WDS

Cisco Identity Services Engine

Job description

SENIOR SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR, Fort Meade, MD

Type: Full-Time | Clearance: Active TS/SCI

The System Administrator (SysAdmin) candidate will be responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems; especially multi-user computers, such as servers. The SysAdmin will ensure that the uptime, performance, resources, and security of the computers they manage meet the needs of the users. The SysAdmin may be required to install or upgrade computer components and software; provide routine automation; maintain security policies; troubleshoot; train or supervise staff; or offer technical support for projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain Responsibility for Local Area Networks (LAN) and Wide Area Networks (WAN) policies
• Design and monitor new complex systems
• Configure and install systems hardware or software and maintain server and domain security requirements.
• Solve complex networking and administration issues and use critical thinking to support network functionality alongside Network Administrators.
• Plan and schedule the installation of new or modified hardware, operating systems and applications software
• Manage accounts, network rights, access to systems and equipment and implement security procedures and tools.
• Resolve hardware and software interface and interoperability problems.
• Ensures systems availability, functionality, integrity and efficiency.
• Maintain systems configuration and manage the installation and integration of system fixes, upgrades and enhancements.
• Perform feasibility studies on complex information systems and conduct in-depth analysis complicated by novel problems.
• Participate in Management meetings, discussions, committees and special projects

Required Qualifications

• Current TS/SCI Cleared with current C/I Polygraph
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology and 8 years of related experience. Additional related IT experience may substitute for a degree.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as a System Administrator
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience working with VMware utilization technologies
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with Microsoft System Administration including lodging scripting, Group Policy objects (GPO’s) and Windows servers roles including DHCP, DNS and active directory.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with SAN storage.
• Knowledge of Linux system administration including lodging.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Server 2012 System Administration and Troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of essentials for IT security and security administration.
• Information Assurance DOD 85701-M Certification.
• VMWare Certified Professional Certification
• Must have Security + certification.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with CISCO Identity Services Engine.
• VMWare Certified Professional Certification
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and Networking.
• Experience with clustering.Experience with Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
• Knowledge of complex configuration management techniques and requirements appropriate to manage base level network systems.

Salary Range: $105,000 – $112,000 Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, security clearance status, certifications, and contract requirements.

Why Cyntel Technologies?

Cyntel Technologies offers a competitive benefit package to include:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Military Leave
• Medical Plan

What sets Cyntel Technologies apart is its commitment to mission continuity, experienced leadership, and long-term career growth. Our leadership team is made up of former military and intelligence professionals who understand the mission firsthand. At Cyntel, we directly support mission‑critical intelligence operations across the Defense Intelligence Enterprise, operating close to the customer to inform real‑world decisions. For those transitioning from service, this means joining a stable, growing firm where your experience is respected, your voice is heard through direct access to senior leadership, and you have clear opportunities for upward mobility and continued impact.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.