Leidos is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to join our Checkpoint Maintenance contract team supporting the TSA. You will be part of a front-line technical team involved in troubleshooting and resolving hardware, software, networking and system issues. Your role will include monitoring system health and responding to alerts through resolution or escalation of issues. You will also provide end-user IT support in provisioning, configuring, troubleshooting and maintaining laptops, tablets and other mobile devices following approved documented processes and procedures. The position is full time daily operation and will require occasional after-hours and weekend on-call support.
Primary Responsibilities:
Installation and maintenance of the software and hardware, to include but not limited to account management, user privileges, local group policy, local software testing, restoration operations, contingency planning, and local backups.
Monitor system health, logs, and alerts; perform initial triage and escalate issues when they exceed defined scope.
Provision, configure, and maintain workstations, laptops and mobile devices under documented standards.
Administer user accounts, permissions, and file systems in accordance with approved access controls and security policies.
Maintain accurate system documentation, asset records, and inventories using the Maximo ticketing system.
Ensuring updates and patches are completed and locally downloaded.
Provide timely remote User support to resolve technical problems, including diagnosing hardware and software issues, network connectivity issues, password resets and account management.
Participate in on-call or after-hours support rotations as required.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of systems administration experience.
(or equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree)Experience with user and access administration (IPA, LDAP, Active Directory, or similar).
Working knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls).
Experience with provisioning, imaging and configuring laptops and mobile devices
Experience with remote troubleshooting and telephone customer support
Ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight as well as in conjunction with multiple personnel in the fulfillment of the individual employee’s functions.
Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Suitability granted through the TSA - (To be eligible for Public Trust Security Clearance, one must be either a U.S. Citizen OR a U.S. Permanent Resident/Green Card holder who has resided in the U.S.A for the past 3 years.)
Preferred Qualifications:
CompTIA A+ Certification
Microsoft IT Support Professional Certification, Windows 11 certification, or equivalent
Experience with monitoring or logging tools
Active Public Trust with TSA
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:June 2, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
- 2+ years of systems administration experience or equivalent
- Experience with user and access administration
- Working knowledge of networking fundamentals
- Experience with provisioning and configuring mobile devices
- Experience with remote troubleshooting and customer support
Leidos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Leidos and has not been reviewed or approved by Leidos.
-
Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
-
Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
-
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
Leidos Insights
What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
