Systems Administrator (888)

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Life/AD&D/STD/LTD Insurance

Tuition and Training Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays

10-Year Contract

Job summary

InDyne in Maryland seeks a Systems Administrator to support live aircraft and test-range operations at Patuxent River. You will install, operate, secure, and troubleshoot range-support information systems, work with civilian, military, and contractor stakeholders, and assist with vulnerability remediation in production and test environments.

Ideal candidates have a formal IT background, AD experience, and a focus on cybersecurity compliance, with the ability to work onsite and pass screening.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent GED.
• Bachelor’s degree or 30 credits in relevant field.
• At least 1 year of related work experience.
• 3 years of related experience in lieu of education.
• CompTIA Security+ or higher and DoD cybersecurity policy.
• Knowledge of ACAS, SCAP, DISA STIGs, vulnerability procedures.
• Microsoft Active Directory experience.
• Citrix XenApp/Desktop, Provisioning Services, Dell Storage Manager, SAN/FiberChannel/iSCSI experience.
• Effective communication with customers.
• Ability to work onsite, valid driver’s license, and pass drug screening.

Responsibilities

• System administration and technical support.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, OS, and user-access issues.
• Respond to outages; install, configure, maintain, and upgrade systems and applications.
• Administer user accounts, groups, permissions, and GPOs using Active Directory.
• Support cybersecurity compliance activities and remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate with Government personnel, cybersecurity staff, vendors, and contractor teammates.

Skills

System administration

Technical support

Cybersecurity awareness

Customer-focused communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 30 credits

Tools

ACAS

SCAP

DISA STIGs

Active Directory

Citrix XenApp/Desktop

Provisioning Services

Dell Storage Manager

SAN/FiberChannel/iSCSI

CommVault

Job description

About the Role

Imagine working where the future of flight takes off. This isn't just a desk job – it is your gateway to the Atlantic Test Range (ATR) in Patuxent River, Maryland, the Navy’s premier East Coast open-air test range. As a vital member of our team, you will be at the absolute center of live aircraft and advanced weapons systems testing. We deliver high-octane, real-time Test and Evaluation (T&E) services – including state-of-the-art data acquisition, telemetry, instrumentation, and airspace management – for both the Department of War and pioneering commercial partners. We are seeking a motivated Systems Administrator to support the installation, operation, maintenance, security, and troubleshooting of range-support information systems. In this role, you will resolve hardware and software issues, administer user accounts and system access, support cybersecurity compliance activities, and assist with vulnerability assessment and remediation across production and test environments. Operating in a high-tempo, mission-focused environment, you will work directly with civilian, military, and contractor stakeholders to maintain the systems essential to flight-test and training operations.

Key Benefits

• High-Tech & Fast-Paced: Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment utilizing next-generation technology.
• Direct Mission Impact: Directly support live-flight missions and see the immediate results of your expertise in the sky.
• National Security: Play a pivotal role in ensuring our Navy’s aircraft and weapon systems are the most advanced in the world.

Core Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Systems Administration & Technical Support
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve computer hardware, software, operating-system, and user-access issues.
• Respond to service outages and technical requests; install, configure, maintain, and upgrade supported systems and applications.
• Administer user accounts, groups, permissions, and Group Policy Objects using Microsoft Active Directory.
• Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management
• Support cybersecurity compliance activities by collecting required system information, performing and evaluating vulnerability scans, and documenting findings.
• Use approved tools and processes—including ACAS, SCAP, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and DoW Information Assurance Vulnerability Management procedures—to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Install approved patches, software releases, system upgrades, and configuration changes to maintain compliance.
• Infrastructure Support & Collaboration
• Support the operation and sustainment of enterprise systems, including virtual desktop, storage, backup, and networked infrastructure services.
• Coordinate with Government personnel, cybersecurity staff, vendors, and contractor teammates to resolve technical issues, support maintenance activities, document configurations, and maintain mission readiness.

Level I

• Autonomy: Performs defined systems-administration and technical-support tasks under the direction of senior technical personnel. Escalates complex outages, security issues, and configuration changes as appropriate.
• Execution: Applies established procedures to troubleshoot hardware and software issues, manage user accounts, perform routine system maintenance, and support vulnerability scanning and remediation activities.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with users and technical team members to document issues, communicate status, and support timely resolution of service requests.

Level II

• Autonomy: Works independently on complex systems-administration, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity-support tasks with limited oversight. Consults senior personnel on high-risk or mission-impacting issues.
• Technical Leadership: Leads or helps coordinate resolution of complex system outages, recurring technical issues, account-management challenges, vulnerability remediation actions, and configuration changes.
• Proactivity: Identifies technical risks, recurring deficiencies, and opportunities to improve system reliability, security posture, documentation, and operational processes.
• Collaboration: Interfaces directly with Government representatives, cybersecurity personnel, vendors, and contractor teammates on system maintenance, compliance, modernization, and mission-support priorities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent GED
• Successful completion of a relevant bachelor’s degree, technical school, trade school, or advanced armed services technical school in computer programming, operations, or computer systems management; or successful completion of at least 30 semester hours (45 quarter hours) of related courses from an accredited college.
• A minimum of 1 year of work experience performing the stated or similar function.
• In lieu of post-High School education/training, a total of 3 years of experience performing the stated function.
• CompTIA Security+ or higher-level certification and ability to maintain compliance with the most current DoN Cybersecurity Workforce policy
• Knowledge of ACAS, SCAP, DISA STIGs, and applicable vulnerability-management procedures.
• Microsoft Active Directory experience
• Citrix XenApp and Desktop, Provisioning Services, Dell Storage Manager, SAN/FiberChannel/iSCSI, CommVault Backup Software experience a plus
• The ability to communicate technical information effectively with a customer-first attitude
• All candidates must be able to work primarily onsite, possess a valid driver’s license, and successfully pass drug screening.

Security Clearance

• Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.
• Employment and start date is contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance

Work Conditions

Conditions will vary. Most work is performed in enclosed buildings, but some outside work may be required. Work will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and reaching. Able to lift 50 lbs unassisted. Vision abilities needed to perform this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Benefits And Perks Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD Insurance
• Tuition and Training Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Government Holidays
• 10-Year Contract

About InDyne

InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty.

Equal Opportunity

• InDyne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call our Human Resources department.