Systems Administrator - multiple levels - FULLY CLEARED with POLYGRAPH REQUIRED

Cti Md; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options with employer-paid

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance 100%

Disability insurance

Annual training reimbursement

Technology allowance (devices)

401(k) with company match

Team events and mentorship

Job summary

Constellation Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Systems Administrator with a TS/SCI clearance and polygraph. Responsibilities include managing Windows Server and AD, virtualization, and security-focused operations across federal contracts. Applicants must be US citizens with strong documentation and compliance experience.

The role offers benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment across multiple locations including Maryland and Virginia.

Qualifications

• Eight to fourteen years of direct/relevant experience.
• Experience as a systems administrator providing direct support to end users and technical staff.
• Proficiency with Windows Server 2019 and Active Directory.
• Experience with software/hardware deployment, patches, OS, and backup/restore.
• Familiarity with PKI systems using HSMs and NTP synchronization.
• Experience in agile development environments or teams.
• Knowledge of security principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide systems administration support to end users and technical staff.
• Maintain Windows Server 2019, Active Directory, and virtualization environments.
• Assist with software deployment, patches, backups, and recovery.
• Support security accreditation and certification efforts.
• Document system configurations and procedures.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Security+

VMware

SQL Server

PowerShell

Python

SALT

Ansible

Splunk

Puppet

SolarWinds

Nessus

Red Hat

VMware ESXi

PKI/HSMs

NTP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical field

Tools

SALT

Ansible

Splunk

Puppet

SolarWinds

Nessus

Red Hat

VMWare

PowerCLI

SQL Server

Job description

Linux, Windows, VMWare, Active Directory, Security+, Server Maintenance, Networking

Due to federal contract requirements, United States citizenship and an active TS/SCI security clearance and polygraph are required for the position.

• Must be a US Citizen.
• At least eight (08) to fourteen (14) years of direct/relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in technical field such as System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Must have experience as a systems administrator providing direct support to end users and technical staff (developers, testers, engineers, etc.).
• Must be proficient with Windows Server 2019 and Active Directory.
• Must have experience with software/hardware deployment, patches, operating systems, and basic system backup and restore functions.
• Must have experience with/be familiar with SALT, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, Nessus.
• Must have experience with and/or have knowledge of Red Hat and VMWare.
• Must have a solid understanding of advanced security protocols and standards.
• Must have experience with both Client and Server virtualization environments.
• Must have experience with installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and reimaging hardware.
• Must have a solid understanding of information security principles and practices.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to support occasional day or short duration travel.

• Proficiency with SQL Server.
• SALT and Python scripting experience.
• Experience supporting a software configuration management and development environment.
• Experience working in an Agile Development Environment or on an Agile Team.
• Knowledge of PKI systems which use HSMs to validate key and NTP for synchronization.
• Knowledge of PowerShell and PowerCLI.
• Experience in documenting and providing information for security accreditation and certification.

The benefits package:

• Affordable healthcare options with 80% employer paid premium PLUS a company-funded HSA
• Comprehensive Dental insurance
• Vision with 80% employer paid premium
• Employer paid Life insurance 100%
• Employer paid Short-term and Long-term disability 100%
• Annual training, continued education, and professional memberships reimbursement
• Unlimited access to Red Hat Enterprise Linux and AWS training and accreditation
• Annual reimbursement for technology i.e. phones, computers, printers, etc.
• 401(k) with company match up to 5% with 100% immediate vesting (after 90 days of employment)

The environment and perks:

• Professional development investment and paid time off for training
• Contract and work locations in Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Florida and Hawaii.
• Team building events throughout the year such as Destination Family Events, Holiday Party, Monthly Get-Togethers
• Leadership Team engagement and mentorship
• Performance Recognition Program
• Complimentary branded apparel

Constellation Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Job applicants can submit questions about CTI’s equal employment opportunity policy to [e-mail].