System Administrator - TS/SCI Poly

Staffed4U; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Education & training stipend

Job summary

Staffed4U is seeking an experienced System Administrator Level 2 to support a mission-critical program in a highly secure environment. The role requires strong enterprise IT background, cloud support, DevOps practices, and AWS expertise to maintain system reliability and security.

The ideal candidate will have ten years of SA experience, a technical Bachelor's degree (with possible substitution), and the ability to work independently while collaborating with technical teams on defense and

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience as a System Administrator on similar scope programs.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline; 5 additional years may substitute.
• Experience with DevOps methodologies and AWS environments.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, monitor, and maintain enterprise systems and infrastructure.
• Manage operating systems, servers, applications, and system services.
• Support AWS cloud infrastructure and assist with cloud-based deployments.
• Utilize DevOps tools and practices to improve reliability and deployment efficiency.
• Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, and operating systems problems.
• Perform system upgrades, patches, backups, and maintenance activities.
• Implement security best practices and maintain compliance with customer requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and SOPs.
• Collaborate with engineers, developers, and cybersecurity teams to support mission objectives.

Skills

DevOps

AWS

Troubleshooting

Security

Independent work with teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (Required)
Salary Range: $150,000 - $168,000

Position Overview

Staffed4U is recruiting for an experienced System Administrator Level 2 to support a mission-critical program in a fast-paced, highly secure environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background administering enterprise IT environments and experience supporting cloud-based infrastructure, DevOps practices, and AWS technologies. This role is responsible for maintaining system availability, troubleshooting complex issues, implementing system enhancements, and ensuring the reliability and security of mission systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team supporting some of the nation's most critical cybersecurity and intelligence missions.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Ten (10) years of experience as a System Administrator supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) additional years of System Administrator experience may be substituted for the required bachelor's degree.

Required Skills

• Experience with DevOps methodologies and tools
• Experience supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments
• Strong troubleshooting and systems administration skills
• Experience supporting secure enterprise environments
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical teams

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, monitor, and maintain enterprise systems and infrastructure.
• Manage operating systems, servers, applications, and system services.
• Support AWS cloud infrastructure and assist with cloud-based deployments.
• Utilize DevOps tools and practices to improve system reliability and deployment efficiency.
• Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, and operating system problems.
• Perform system upgrades, patches, backups, and maintenance activities.
• Implement security best practices and maintain compliance with customer requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with engineers, developers, and cybersecurity teams to support mission objectives.

Our client offers a comprehensive, flexible benefits package supporting financial security, health, and work-life balance.

Retirement

15% automatic company 401(k) contribution(3% safe harbor + 12% discretionary profit sharing)

No vesting– 100% immediately vested

Pre-tax and Roth options; contributions deposited every payroll

Paid Time Off & Flexibility

PTO accrued at13% of hours worked(≈6 weeks / 30 days annuallyfor full-time employees)

Up to 240 hours carryover

Flexible option to adjust PTO and/or 401(k) contributions in exchange for salary adjustments

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant company contribution

CareFirst medical plans:

Platinum POS – $0 deductible

High Deductible POS – $1,600 / $3,200 deductible

Company contributes25% of deductible to HSA quarterly

HSA and FSA options available

Insurance (Company-Paid)

$50,000 Life Insurance

$50,000 AD&D

Short-Term Disability: 60% pay (up to $1,000/week)

Long-Term Disability: 60% pay (up to $6,000/month)

Flexible Schedule

Hourly pay with flexible/alternate schedules (customer approval required)

Education & Training

Up to$5,000 annuallyfor certifications, courses, conferences, books, and related expenses

$100 annuallytoward company-branded apparel

Compensation

Salary Range: $150,000 - $168,000

The salary range provided is intended as a general guideline and may be adjusted based on a candidate's experience, education, skills, and overall alignment with the position. Final compensation decisions are made after a comprehensive review of each candidate's background and the responsibilities of the role.