Entarian is seeking a System Administrator to join a technical team dedicated to the operations and maintenance of the ground systems for NOAA Office of Satellite and Product Operations (OSPO) environmental-monitoring satellite missions. Data from our missions is used in weather forecasting, climate research, forest fire detection, search and rescue, and much more. The system administrators provide onsite IT support in collaboration with government technical leads. They are instrumental in implementing new directives to build and configure enterprise tools, leverage them to maintain accurate inventory, automate monitoring, alerts, and reports, and cross-train each other to provide vital quality assurance and team integration.
The System Administrator will have the following responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot real-time anomalies.
- Ensure accountability and proper operation of all hardware and software.
- Set up and maintain automated alerts and reports.
- OS and software installations, upgrades, and security patches/virus protection.
- Hardware hot swaps and rebuild/reimaging.
- Coordinate system modifications with the satellite operations team to avoid disruption of service.
- Audit and maintain inventories of servers, workstations, software, and licenses.
- Follow CM and issue-tracking processes.
- Provide off-hour, on-call emergency support (on a rotating basis with team members; this is a rarity on the order of once every couple of months).
- Produce internal how-tos to facilitate cross-training team members.
The salary range for this position is approximately $89,000 - 99,000/yr.
Work will be completed on-site at NOAA's Suitland, MD or College Park, MD location.
Minimum Qualifications- BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, related discipline, or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience managing Windows and/or Linux systems
- Technical communication skills to gather information, report status, and record detailed task closure information.
- Independent learner and independently motivated.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident who has lived in the United States at least 3 out of the last 5 years and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to access applicable government facilities and systems.
- Experience with one or more enterprise tools: Active Directory, BigFix, SolarWinds, Red Hat Satellite Server.
- Expertise in batch, bash, and PowerShell scripting.
- Experience with one or more enterprise tools: Active Directory, BigFix, SolarWinds, Axonius, Safe Console, JIRA, Tripwire Log Center, Backup Exec, ePo MacAfee, Nessus. Knowledge of database language (most useful is SQL).
- Experience with OpenVMS.
- Experience with network administration and programming for troubleshooting in collaboration with a broader team.
BenefitsAll full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:
- Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Basic Life & Supplemental Life
- Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
- Skills Development & Certifications
- Professional Membership Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Competitive compensation plan
- Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance
Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.
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Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, a related discipline, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience managing Windows and/or Linux systems
- Technical communication skills for gathering information, reporting status, and documenting task closure
- Ability to learn independently and work independently
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who has lived in the United States for at least 3 of the last 5 years
- Ability to pass a background investigation and obtain a security badge for government facilities and systems
- Experience with enterprise tools such as Active Directory, BigFix, SolarWinds, or Red Hat Satellite Server
- Expertise in batch, Bash, and PowerShell scripting
- Experience with enterprise tools such as Axonius, Safe Console, JIRA, Tripwire Log Center, Backup Exec, McAfee ePO, or Nessus
- Knowledge of SQL or another database language
- Experience with OpenVMS
- Experience with network administration and programming for troubleshooting
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage options including medical, dental, and vision are presented alongside HSA/FSA accounts and a wellness program, suggesting comprehensive medical support. Feedback suggests the breadth of insurance and wellness offerings is a notable advantage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting is highlighted, indicating strong retirement benefits with accessible employer contributions. Feedback suggests immediate vesting enhances perceived value for employees.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid Time Off, 11 paid federal holidays, and parental leave are noted, pointing to a generous time-off structure. Feedback suggests these policies support work-life balance.
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Entarian delivers science, engineering, and technology solutions for defense and federal civilian missions. The company integrates space systems, data modeling and analysis, cybersecurity, and secure enterprise and mission environments, enabling actionable insight from the enterprise to the tactical edge. Its work supports weather data, satellite operations, search and rescue, network infrastructure, and other mission-critical government programs for national security and public safety.
