Systems Administrator 2

Base-2 Solutions, LLC.; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RPMGlobal in Bethesda, MD seeks a Systems Administrator 2 to join the OSINT Integration Center under the DOMEX Technology Platform contract. You will focus on Linux and Windows administration, performance optimization, and user support.

The role requires strong scripting, infrastructure automation, and experience with cloud platforms and on-premises environments. The position supports 6 AM–6 PM coverage and requires TS/SCI with CI Polygraph eligibility.

Qualifications

• Experience in Linux (RHEL/CentOS, Ubuntu) administration.
• Solid scripting skills in Python and Bash.
• Ability to obtain Privileged User Account certification by the Government.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph.
• Experience with patching in air-gapped environments.
• Familiarity with Agile project management and security requirements derivation.

Responsibilities

• Perform Linux and Windows builds, installations, configurations, and troubleshooting.
• Enforce DISA STIG compliance across systems and networks.
• Develop and maintain server builds for virtual and physical environments.
• Manage and deploy Kubernetes, Rancher, and Helm.
• Develop scripts for patching and automation using Python or Bash.
• Use Salt and Ansible for infrastructure automation.
• Administer AWS cloud environments including provisioning and monitoring.
• Provide service desk coverage 6 AM–6 PM, Monday–Friday on a rotating basis.

Skills

Linux system administration

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Communication skills

Independent and collaborative work

Air-gapped environments experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Rancher

Helm

Salt

Ansible

AWS

Job description

Position Summary

Support the OSINT Integration Center under the DOMEX Technology Platform contract as a Systems Administrator 2 focused on Linux and Windows systems administration, performance optimization, and user support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform Linux and Windows builds, installations, configurations, administration, and troubleshooting.
• Implement and enforce DISA STIG compliance across systems and networks.
• Develop and maintain server builds for virtual and physical environments.
• Manage and deploy Kubernetes, Rancher, and Helm.
• Develop scripts for patching, configuration, and automation using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Use Salt and Ansible for infrastructure automation.
• Administer AWS cloud environments including provisioning, monitoring, and optimization.
• Provide service desk coverage between 6 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday, on a rotational basis.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three years of experience in the category field. Two additional years of experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
• Expertise in Linux systems administration, including RHEL/CentOS and Ubuntu.
• Experience with patching and virtual server builds.
• Familiarity with Agile project management and security requirements derivation.
• Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience working in air-gapped environments.
• Ability to obtain Privileged User Account certification by the Government.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kubernetes, Rancher, and infrastructure-as-code tools such as AWS CloudFormation.
• Familiarity with ArgoCD, Jenkins, and GitLab.
• Knowledge of the ELK stack and beats.
• Experience with Active Directory in a Linux environment.
• Background maintaining AI/ML environments and large data storage solutions.

Required Education and Experience Equivalency

• High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of experience.
• Associates Degree with 5 years of experience.
• Bachelors' Degree with 3 years of experience.
• Masters' Degree with 3 years of experience.
• PhD with 3 years of experience.

RequiredCertifications

• None specified.

Required Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.