Systems Administrator II (TS/SCI w/ CI Poly required)

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Suitland, MD, USA
In-Office
150K-175K Annually
Mid level
Information Technology • Software • Consulting
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The Role
Administers Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments, including installation, configuration, patching, hardening, upgrades, troubleshooting, and decommissioning. Supports VMware virtualization, storage, backups, Active Directory, enterprise monitoring, disaster recovery, help desk resolution, and infrastructure modernization. Documents technical procedures, remediates vulnerabilities, and participates in after-hours Priority 1 incident response. The role requires collaboration with senior engineers to maintain secure, available, and operational mission systems.
Summary Generated by Built In

A&M Technologies, Inc. (A&M) is a minority-owned small business established in 2014, specializing in providing expert Federal IT support and management services. Our comprehensive offerings include systems integration, IT security, continuity of business operations support, IT infrastructure planning, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems support, business process automation, cloud migration, software engineering, systems engineering, and IT project management.

At A&M, we take pride in our diverse and high-performing team. With unwavering dedication and commitment to our customers' success, our practitioners bring unparalleled expertise to every project. Through our collaborative "one-team" approach and technical prowess, we excel in assisting our clients in overcoming their most complex IT challenges.
We are seeking three Systems Administrator II professionals to support enterprise Operations & Maintenance activities for a federal customer. The selected candidates will provide day-to-day administration of Windows and Linux systems while supporting enterprise virtualization, storage, cybersecurity, and help desk operations.

This position will work closely with senior engineers to ensure mission systems remain secure, available, and fully operational.

Primary Responsibilities
  • Administer Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments
  • Perform server installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and decommissioning
  • Perform system patching, vulnerability remediation, and security hardening
  • Support VMware virtual infrastructure
  • Support enterprise storage platforms and backup operations
  • Troubleshoot hardware, operating systems, and enterprise applications
  • Maintain Active Directory users, groups, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy
  • Support disaster recovery and continuity of operations initiatives
  • Document configurations, SOPs, work instructions, and operational procedures
  • Support Help Desk ticket resolution
  • Monitor system performance and resolve infrastructure issues
  • Assist with enterprise monitoring using SolarWinds
  • Participate in infrastructure modernization initiatives
  • Support after-hours Priority 1 incident response as part of an on-call rotation
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • 3–5 years of Systems Administration experience
  • Active Top Secret Clearance
  • Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8140/8570 certification
  • Experience supporting:
    • Windows Server
    • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Experience with VMware virtualization
  • Experience with Active Directory administration
  • Experience with server patching and vulnerability remediation
  • Experience documenting technical procedures
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to support on-call rotations
Desired Qualifications
  • RHCSA certification
  • VMware VCP certification
  • Experience with:
    • NetApp
    • Cisco HyperFlex
    • VMware Cloud Foundation
    • Citrix
    • SolarWinds
    • SQL Server
    • Exchange Server
    • VDI
  • Experience with STIGs and DISA compliance
  • Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community environments
  • Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)
  • Experience using PowerShell, Bash, or Python for administration tasks
  • Familiarity with disaster recovery and COOP planning
  • Experience supporting enterprise GIS environments
Compensation & Benefits Highlights
  • Target Salary Range: $150,000 - $175,000 DOE
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Employee referral bonuses of up to $10,000 for eligible hires
  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth
Health & Wellness
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
  • Deductible reimbursement of up to $1,000 for employee-only coverage and up to $2,000 for family coverage upon meeting plan deductibles
Income Protection
  • 100% company-paid short-term disability insurance
  • 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
  • 100% company-paid accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance coverage up to $150,000
Retirement
  • 401(k) plan with immediate vesting upon eligibility. Employees become eligible after six months of service
  • Pre-tax and Roth contribution options available
  • Company Match: A&M provides a dollar-for-dollar match on employee contributions up to 6% of eligible compensation
  • Non-Elective Contribution (NEC): A&M provides an additional 6% company contribution to all eligible participants, regardless of employee contributions
Paid Time Off
  • Up to 18 days of flexible paid time off (PTO)
  • Additional PTO awarded based on years of service: +2 days after 3 years, +4 days after 6 years, and +7 days after 10 years
  • 10 paid holidays annually, including up to four floating holidays
Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work schedules, based on contract and project requirements

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
  • 3-5 years of systems administration experience
  • Active Top Secret clearance
  • Security+ CE or equivalent DoD 8140/8570 certification
  • Experience supporting Windows Server
  • Experience supporting Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Experience with VMware virtualization
  • Experience with Active Directory administration
  • Experience with server patching and vulnerability remediation
  • Experience documenting technical procedures
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to support on-call rotations
  • RHCSA certification
  • VMware VCP certification
  • Experience with NetApp, Cisco HyperFlex, VMware Cloud Foundation, Citrix, SolarWinds, SQL Server, Exchange Server, or VDI
  • Experience with STIGs and DISA compliance
  • Experience supporting DoD or Intelligence Community environments
  • Familiarity with Cross Domain Solutions
  • Experience using PowerShell, Bash, or Python for administration tasks
  • Familiarity with disaster recovery and COOP planning
  • Experience supporting enterprise GIS environments
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The Company
HQ: Ashburn, Virginia
17 Employees
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

As a minority-owned small business deeply committed to our customers, we take pride in our journey since our establishment in 2014. Specializing in providing crucial support to the DoD Government Industry, our focus lies in technical expertise spanning Architecture, Design, and Development, among other areas. Our size fuels our drive for growth, compelling us to continually seek new opportunities and recruit top talent to further enhance our capabilities.

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