System Administrators TS/SCI Poly

BCT LLC; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive PTO & Federal Holiday

Health/Dental/Vision Coverage

401(k) Plan with Matching

Tuition/Training Reimbursement

Gym Membership Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

BCT LLC is seeking System Administrators to join our team in the Maryland area. The role involves supporting IT systems, troubleshooting, and maintenance, with a focus on UNIX and Windows environments and a strong emphasis on security and DoD compliance.

Ideal candidates have active TS/SCI with POLY and experience in SIGINT or policy-related IT. This position requires a rigorous support mindset for Tier 1 and Tier 2 activities and a proven track record in government-focused IT operations.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with POLY clearance is required.
• Five years of Systems Administrator experience in similar scope programs.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent substitution.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1 Help Desk support and Tier 2 escalation handling.
• Manage day-to-day operation and monitoring of IT systems.
• Configure UNIX and Windows OS, assess system reliability and performance.
• Communicate status to agency management and internal customers.

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI with Poly

Tier 1 Help Desk

Tier 2 Escalation

UNIX

Windows

Network devices

DoD 8570 IAT Level I

DoD 8570 IAT Level II

Education

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Five years SA substitution for degree

One year OS & network architectures experience

DoD 8570 CWIP I certification or higher

Tools

UNIX

Windows

Job description

A career at BCT LLC means being part of something bigger than yourself. Our success comes from the dedication of our people and their commitment to delivering meaningful solutions for our customers and their missions. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and shared success matter, we invite you to explore a career with BCT LLC.

About The Job:

BCT LLC is seeking System Administrators to join our team. The ideal candidate must possess an active TS/SCI with POLY and have experience with Policy and/or a SIGINT background. In this position, you will provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. 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. Deliver Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems. Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configure and manage UNIX and Windows operating systems and install/load operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements and updates to improve reliability, security and performance.

Required Experience:

Level 1

• 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
• Help 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
• Five (5) years of experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Required Education:

• 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.
• One (1) year experience with modern operating systems and network architectures.
• One (1) year experience with Certification and Accreditation process, Architecture development and design, Risk Assessments and IA Metrics gathering.
• DoD 8570 CWIP Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I certification or higher is required.

Level 2

All Of The Capabilities Under Level 1 And:

• 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
• Ten (10) years of experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Required Education:

• 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.
• Three (3) years of experience with modern operating systems and network architectures.
• Three (3) years of experience with Certification and Accreditation process, Architecture development and design, Risk Assessments and IA Metrics gathering.
• DoD 8570 CWIP Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I certification or higher is required.

Level 3

All Of The Capabilities Under Level 2 And:

• Support the design of systems, mission architecture and associated hardware
• Possess a working knowledge and understanding of system administration interdependencies as part of the Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
• Analyze and resolve complex problems associated with server hardware, applications and software integration

Required Education:

• Fifteen (15) years of experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• 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.
• Five (5) years of experience with modern operating systems and network architectures.
• Five (5) years of experience with Certification and Accreditation process, Architecture development and design, Risk Assessments and IA Metrics gathering.
• DoD 8570 CWIP Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification or higher is required.

Salary Range: $120,000-220,000

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, BCT-LLC considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

What We Offer

• Very competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services
• BCT-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Competitive PTO & Federal Holiday package
• Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT
• Generous Employee Referral Program
• Tuition/Training Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Program
• Pet Adoption ProgramSeveral Scholarship Opportunities- available to BCT family members/dependents

Our Story

Founded in 2006, BCT LLC is a small business built on a strong foundation of core values: Humility, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Kindness, Gratitude, Innovation, and Initiative. These principles guide everything we do and drive our commitment to delivering exceptional service to every customer.

Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, BCT proudly supports clients throughout the DMV region and beyond. With more than 70 years of combined experience supporting National Security missions, our leadership brings deep expertise, insight, and dedication to the work we do. At BCT, our employees are at the heart of our success. Team members benefit from a highly supportive, hands-on home-office staff and leadership that is genuinely invested in their growth, well-being, and long-term success. Simply put, BCT delivers the small-business experience unlike any othercome see the difference.

BCT LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All facets of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based solely on merit & business need. Candidates and Employees will never be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.