Senior Windows & Linux Systems Admin – TS/SCI

Piper Companies; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator (Windows & Linux) for a government technology client in Annapolis Junction, MD. The role focuses on managing enterprise Windows and Linux environments and ensuring security compliance.

Candidates must hold TS/SCI clearance with FSP and Security+ CE, with hands-on Splunk and Nessus experience. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for this onsite role.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) is required.
• Security+ CE certification or higher is required.
• Hands-on experience administering both Linux and Windows environments.
• Experience with IT security compliance initiatives is required.
• Experience with Splunk and Nessus is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows and Linux server environments.
• Monitor system health, performance, and security compliance.
• Utilize Splunk and Nessus to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Support system patching, upgrades, and hardening activities.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues across multiple platforms.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and engineering teams to maintain secure operations.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Security+ CE

Linux administration

Windows administration

Vulnerability management

Tools

Splunk

Nessus

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator (Windows & Linux) for a government technology client in Annapolis Junction, MD. The role focuses on managing enterprise Windows and Linux environments and ensuring security compliance.

Candidates must hold TS/SCI clearance with FSP and Security+ CE, with hands-on Splunk and Nessus experience. Competitive salary and benefits are offered for this onsite role.