Systems Administrator - Mid (5605) (TS/SCI) (Ft. Meade, MD)

SMX; Fort Meade (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement

Job summary

SMX in Ft. Meade, MD, is seeking a Mid‑Level Systems Administrator to develop, maintain, and update the PRESS Production and Dissemination System structure, ensuring reliable operations and timely issue resolution in coordination with DIA PRESS developers.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, 3–5 years of hands‑on systems admin experience in cloud/hybrid environments, and DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification. Onsite duties at Fort Meade, with focus on patching, backups, and performance monitoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, System Administration, Computer Networks, or related field (or Associate’s degree with enterprise certifications)
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE)
• 3–5 years of hands‑on systems administration in cloud or hybrid environments
• 2+ years supporting data pipelines, log aggregation, or IaC
• Enterprise administration of Windows Server and Linux operating systems
• Administration of Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and RBAC
• Hands‑on experience with virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper‑V)
• Scripting in PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate tasks and extract metrics

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and update organizational structures within the DIA‑provided PRESS Production and Dissemination System
• Conduct tier‑2/3 troubleshooting for PRESS systems and liaise with DIA engineers to implement patches and upgrades
• Maintain 24/7 reliability, high availability, and performance of ACE Section compute infrastructure and mission applications
• Execute patch management, vulnerability remediation, and DISA STIG compliance
• Implement and validate routine backups, disaster recovery protocols, and system restoration processes
• Deploy network and infrastructure monitoring to identify performance bottlenecks and availability risks

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Sys admin experience

DoD 8570 IAT II

Cloud / Hybrid environments

Windows & Linux admin

Active Directory & GPOs

VMware vSphere / Hyper-V

PowerShell / Bash / Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / related field

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Job description

SMX is seeking a Mid‑Level Systems Administrator to develop, maintain, and update the DIA‑provided PRESS Production and Dissemination System organization structure, perform troubleshooting, and coordinate with DIA PRESS developers to implement system updates and changes. The administrator will ensure reliable operations, timely issue resolution, and compliance with DIA standards across the PRESS environment.

This is a full-time onsite position in Ft. Meade, MD.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update DIA provided PRESS Production and Dissemination System organization structure, perform PRESS troubleshooting, and coordinate with DIA PRESS developers to address issues and implement system updates/changes.

Required Skills, Experience & Education

• Duty Locations: ACIC (Fort George G. Meade, MD) and DIA HQ (Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C.)
• Security Clearance: TS/SCI (Polygraph eligible / must submit if requested)
• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, System Administration, Computer Networks, or related field (or Associate’s degree combined with enterprise certifications); current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE)
• Experience Required: 3 to 5 years of hands‑on systems administration in cloud or hybrid environments, with at least 2 years supporting data pipelines, log aggregation, or Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)
• Enterprise administration of Windows Server and Linux operating systems (installation, configuration, and maintenance)
• Administration of Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs), and role-based access controls
• Hands‑on experience with virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper‑V)
• Scripting capabilities in PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate administrative tasks and extract system performance metadata
• Hardware, OS, storage, and application-layer diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Core Responsibilities & Deliverables:
  • Administer, maintain, and update organizational structures within the DIA-provided PRESS Production and Dissemination System
  • Conduct tier-2/3 troubleshooting for PRESS systems, liaising with DIA software engineers to implement patches, fixes, and feature upgrades
  • Maintain 24/7 reliability, high availability, and performance of ACE Section compute infrastructure and mission applications
  • Execute systematic patch management, vulnerability remediation, and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance
  • Implement and validate routine backup operations, disaster recovery protocols, and system restoration processes
  • Deploy network and infrastructure monitoring utilities to identify performance bottlenecks, disk thresholds, and availability risks

Application Deadline: November 30, 2026

The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$140,000—$165,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).