System Administrator Level 2 (Infrastructure Security)

Wood Consulting Services, Inc.; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO policy

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Fort Meade, Maryland, seeks a System Administrator Level 2 to manage critical IT systems and enhance security operations. The ideal candidate will bring 10 years of experience, possess a related bachelor's degree, and expertise in security tools like ELK and VMware. This full-time role offers a competitive salary between $150,000 to $215,000, alongside comprehensive fringe benefits and a supportive work environment focused on career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university required.
• Ten years’ experience as a Systems Administrator in similar scope.
• Three years of experience with security tools and systems.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization of IT systems.
• Manage daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for IT issues.

Skills

System security tools

Configuration management

ELK stack

Tripwire

VMware

Red Hat SELinux

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Five years additional experience can substitute for degree

Ten years experience in similar SA roles

Job description

System Administrator Level 2 (Infrastructure Security)

woodcons.com

Location: Fort Meade, Maryland, USA

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Telework: None

Salary Range: ** $150,000 to $215,000 per year

** Starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience.

Overview

Join our team as a System Administrator and become the backbone of our technology operations. In this role, you’ll support the deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization of critical IT systems that keep our mission running. You’ll manage and maintain servers, networks, storage, user environments, and enterprise applications, ensuring everything stays secure, stable, and high‑performing. From daily monitoring and issue resolution to Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, you’ll be the go‑to expert who keeps systems healthy and users productive. You’ll work hands‑on with both Windows and UNIX environments, install and configure operating systems, fine‑tune system performance, and implement improvements that enhance reliability across the organization. If you enjoy solving complex problems, keeping systems running smoothly, and making a visible impact on a fast‑moving team, this is the place to grow your skills and career.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience.

Security Clearance Requirements

This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems.
• Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.
• Manage the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems.
• Provide assistance to users in accessing and using IT systems.
• Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.
• Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
• Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers.
• Optimize system operations and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning.
• Provide in-depth experience in trouble‑shooting IT systems.
• Provide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets.
• Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process.
• Configure and manage UNIX and Windows (or other applicable) operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.

Qualifications

Required Education & Years of Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
  • Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Ten (10) years’ experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Required Skills:

• Three years of experience installing, configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting, and using system security tools, including container security, virtual machine security, security boundary enforcement, configuration management, and security reporting tools.
• Three years of experience working with ELK, Tripwire, VMware, and the Red Hat SELinux security tool suite is strongly preferred.

About WOOD

Fringe Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and career advancement. As a vital part of impactful projects, you will have the chance to drive innovation and shape the future of government systems engineering.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that values work‑life balance. Join a team of top‑tier professionals and engage in dynamic, cross‑functional collaboration. Your strategic mindset and proactive approach will be highly valued and supported.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We recognize and reward your expertise and dedication to excellence.

WOOD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.