AI summary
Systems Administrator role at MANTECH supporting multi-platform environments on-site in the Fort Meade, MD area. You'll run and secure enterprise systems (Linux, virtualization, storage) and produce technical documentation/briefings for senior stakeholders. Standout requirement: active TS/SCI with polygraph.
Key skills
Linux systems administrationSplunk administrationAnsible (infrastructure as code)Scripting (Python/Bash/Perl)Enterprise virtualization (VMware or similar)Storage Area Networks (SAN)Host-based security & intrusion detectionTechnical documentation and senior briefingsDocker/Kubernetes (preferred)TS/SCI with Polygraph
Salary not listed — comparable Fort Meade cleared senior Systems Administrator roles typically pay $140k–$190k depending on scope and polygraph requirements.
You'll thrive here if you have deep Linux and enterprise sysadmin experience, can automate with IaC/scripting, and already hold an active TS/SCI with polygraph to support mission-focused work on-site at Fort Meade.
Why apply
- On-site role at Fort Meade
- Work in multi-platform environments
- Active TS/SCI with polygraph
MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Systems Administrator to join our team located in the Fort Meade, MD area.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide comprehensive administration and support for multi-platform operating system environments.
- Manage and maintain virtualized environments and enterprise-level virtualization management tools.
- Configure and maintain host-based security and intrusion detection systems.
- Configure and maintain enterprise storage solutions and associated file system architectures.
- Develop and deliver technical documentation and program briefings to senior management and stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 10+ years of relevant Systems Administration experience; or an Associate's degree with 15+ years’ experience.
- 10+ years of experience in systems administration of software and hardware supporting IT system development and testing.
- Experience in a Linux environment.
- 2+ years of experience in Splunk administration.
- Experience utilizing Ansible or comparable infrastructure-as-code tools.
- Proficiency with scripting languages including Python, Bash, or Perl.
- Familiarity with enterprise virtualization platforms (VMware or similar) and associated Storage Area Networks (SAN).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with DevOps tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, SaltStack, or Puppet.
- Experience with NiFi or cross-domain solutions.
- Knowledge of network devices (routers, switches, gateways) and protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, DHCP, and DNS.
Clearance Requirement:
- Current/Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
- Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer.