System Administrator (Mid or Senior)

System Administrator (Mid or Senior)

woodcons.com

Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland, USA

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Telework: None

Salary Range: **$100,000 to $175,000 per year

** Starting salary is based on minimum education and years of experience and increases based on education and/or experience.

WOOD Federal Solutions is seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to support a large, complex network environment comprised of geographically distributed and air-gapped systems. This role supports mission-critical operations by delivering reliable system administration, infrastructure sustainment, and security-focused solutions across multiple independent domains.

The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-security environments with complex infrastructure, multiple authentication boundaries, and diverse storage and network architectures. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can adapt quickly, troubleshoot effectively, and work collaboratively with engineers, developers, and operational stakeholders to ensure systems remain secure, available, and optimized.

This role is well-suited for an energetic and driven systems administrator who enjoys tackling challenging environments and supporting evolving operational needs.

Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Provide system administration support for large, complex, and geographically distributed environments, including air-gapped systems with independent domains.
• Install, configure, administer, and maintain servers, workstations, applications, and supporting infrastructure.
• Support system engineering requests by implementing and sustaining solutions that meet operational requirements.
• Upgrade, patch, and maintain systems to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance.
• Ensure server and desktop configurations are optimized, stable, and operating efficiently.
• Perform system troubleshooting to identify and resolve hardware, software, and performance issues in a timely manner.
• Conduct security management activities, including vulnerability mitigation, configuration hardening, certificate management, and compliance support.
• Administer and sustain systems that provide web-based applications for information storage, sharing, and distribution.
• Create and maintain complex server enclaves, including:
  • Reviewing system scanning reports
  • Applying patches and updates
  • Managing certificate renewals
  • Supporting vulnerability assessments
  • Administering Active Directory configurations
• Respond to system administration, operations, and maintenance issues and develop re-work or remediation solutions.
• Create and maintain clear, accurate, and detailed documentation of complex server and network environments to support incident resolution and continuity.
• Communicate with users and external support personnel regarding system outages, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
• Provide input and recommendations to management regarding issue resolution, system improvements, and operational risk.
• Support occasional day or short-duration travel, as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical field and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
• 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, 2016, 2019, and Active Directory.
• Must have experience with Linux and Microsoft-based servers and workstations.
• Must have experience with OS and Application Hardening to include DISA, Best Practices, and High Assurance environments.
• Must have experience with software/hardware deployment, patches, and operating systems, and basic system backup and restore functions.
• Must have experience with and/or have knowledge of Red Hat 7 and 8, and VMWare.
• Must have experience with Apache Tomcat, IIS, and/or SQL server database.
• Must have experience documenting and providing information for security accreditation and certification.
• Must have a solid understanding of advanced security protocols and standards.
• Must have experience with Network Security Technologies (e.g. Multiple Domain, PKI, SSP, and Vulnerability Assessment).
• Must have experience with both Client and Server virtualization environments.
• Must have experience with installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and reimaging hardware.
• Must have experience with disk arrays, PowerShell and PowerCLI, KVMs.
• Must have knowledge of PKI systems which use HSMs.
• Knowledge of NTP servers for time synchronization.
• Must have experience optimizing system operations.
• Must have a solid understanding of information security principles and practices.
• Must have experience with or familiarity with software and security architectures.
• Must be able to support occasional day or short duration travel, if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge building from zero, configuring and maintaining large, distributed Trellix ePO environments.
• SALT and Python scripting experience.

Fringe Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

Why Join Us?

• Career Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and career advancement. As a vital part of impactful projects, you will have the chance to drive innovation and shape the future of government systems engineering.

• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that values work-life balance. Join a team of top-tier professionals and engage in dynamic, cross-functional collaboration. Your strategic mindset and proactive approach will be highly valued and supported.

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We recognize and reward your expertise and dedication to excellence.

WOOD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.