Systems Administrator

Quevera-LLC; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 126,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical coverage

$5,000 annually for education,training

6% 401(k) match

4% profit-sharing contribution

Job summary

Quevera is seeking a Systems Administrator in Odenton, MD with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph to support Fort Meade operations. The role involves the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems and infrastructure across client, server, storage, and network environments.

The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of system administration experience, a technical Bachelor's degree (or 5 years substitute), and hands-on scripting with Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (or 5 years substitution).
• 10 years of System Administrator experience.
• 2 years of automation scripting experience (Ansible, Chef, Puppet).

Responsibilities

• Implement, troubleshoot, and maintain IT systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Monitor system operations and diagnose issues across client, server, storage, and network components.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support to users accessing IT systems.
• Escalate technical issues and communicate system status to management and internal customers.
• Support the dispatch and resolution of system and hardware issues.
• Configure and manage UNIX, Windows, and other operating systems; install and maintain OS software.
• Troubleshoot and maintain network components and improve reliability and performance.
• Assist ISSOs and lead Software Engineers with timely updates to security software/hardware/firmware.

Skills

Scripting (Ansible, Chef, Puppet)

System administration

Security clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

5 years experience substitution for degree

Tools

UNIX

Windows

Job description

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Systems Administrator

Full Time Odenton, MD, US

Salary Range: $126,102.00 To $141,234.00 Annually

Job Description

Quevera is seeking a Systems Administrator with an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph in Fort Meade, Maryland.

This role supports the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems and infrastructure, including day-to-day operations, system monitoring, problem resolution, and operating system administration across client, server, storage, and network environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement, troubleshoot, and maintain IT systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Monitor system operations and identify, diagnose, and resolve issues involving client, server, storage, and network components.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support, including assisting users with accessing and using IT systems.
• Escalate technical issues and communicate system status to management and internal customers.
• Support the dispatch and resolution of system and hardware issues.
• Configure and manage UNIX, Windows, and other applicable operating systems, including operating system software installation and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot, configure, and maintain network components, and implement operating system enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
• Assist Information System Security Officers (ISSOs) and lead Software Engineers with timely updates to information system security software, hardware, and firmware.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
• Ten (10) years of experience as a System Administrator supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
  • Five (5) years of additional System Administrator experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Two (2) years of experience with automation scripting, such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.

Why Join Quevera?

Award-Winning Culture

Quevera was recognized as a Top Workplace in the Washington, DC/Baltimore region for 2025, marking our fifth consecutive year receiving this distinction based on employee feedback.

We invest in our employees and their families through a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer-paid medical coverage (optional plan)
• Competitive options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employer-paid life insurance
• $5,000 annually for education, training, certifications, and professional development
• Career advancement through our structured iQTouch Program
• Up to 6% 401(k) match
• Additional 4% profit-sharing contribution, at company discretion

At Quevera, we believe exceptional people deserve exceptional opportunities. We're more than just a workplace—we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and industry experts committed to delivering mission-critical solutions while fostering professional growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Quevera is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-AA1