System Administrator (All Levels), Clearance Required - TS/SCI w

Job Title

System Administrator, Clearance Required – TS/SCI w/Polygraph (All Levels)

Location: Fort Meade, MD

Date Opened: 03/10/2026

Priority: Normal

Job Type: Full Time

Industry: Technology

City: Annapolis Junction

State/Province: Maryland

Country: United States

Zip/Postal Code: 20701

Job Description

System Administrator, Clearance Required – TS/SCI w/Polygraph (All Levels) Please note, this position requires all candidates to currently possess an active Top-Secret SCI Clearance with a Polygraph. This position is not an opportunity to be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance. The Challenge: We are redefining how cryptographic keys and codes are developed, generated, and distributed to secure the nation's most sensitive data. Our mission is to ensure the safety of our country, our families, and our allies by delivering secure cryptographic management and provisioning solutions that protect critical information systems. We aim to eliminate reliance on legacy and unsustainable infrastructures by introducing a scalable, system-of-systems architecture that enhances operational security, streamlines automated processes, and reduces human intervention. By integrating cutting-edge technology and automation, we strengthen the efficiency, sustainability, and resiliency of Mission Essential Functions (MEFs). How We Meet the Challenge: We bring together exceptional engineers and equip them with modern tools, trusted methodologies, and the freedom to innovate. Through a Secure Development to Operations (SecDevOps) approach, we continuously develop, test, and deliver software capabilities across multiple environments to ensure secure, reliable, and maintainable solutions. Our teams embrace Agile development principles aligned with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), maintaining a prioritized backlog of Infrastructure, Network, and Platform (INP) development tasks to incrementally deliver high-value outcomes. By fostering collaboration, automation, and iterative improvement, we create secure systems that evolve with the mission and stand resilient against emerging threats. Minimum Qualifications: A current Top-Secret/SCI government security clearance with polygraph is required A bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or similar. Alternatively, five (5) additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted to meet the labor category requirement. A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience as a Systems Administrator in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Demonstrated experience working in a Red Hat (RHEL) environment as a System Administrator. Configured and managed UNIX and Windows operating systems including installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of operating system software. Maintained system integrity and configured network components while implementing operating system enhancements to improve reliability and performance. Supported system design, mission architecture, and associated hardware. Possessed working knowledge of system administration interdependencies as part of a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA). Bonus Points: Experience optimizing system performance and resource utilization. Experience performing system capacity planning and infrastructure scaling. Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, operating systems, and enterprise applications. Knowledge of enterprise architecture concepts and mission system design. Familiarity with Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) environments. Experience integrating server hardware with enterprise software platforms. Ability to analyze complex system failures and implement long-term corrective solutions. As a System Administrator, You Will: Managed IT infrastructure and operational processes related to day-to-day system support. Monitored system performance and resolved operational issues across client, server, storage, and network environments. Delivered Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support for users and internal stakeholders. Diagnosed hardware, software, and network issues and implemented corrective actions. Maintained and configured operating systems and related infrastructure components. Ensured system reliability, availability, and performance through proactive maintenance and monitoring. Coordinated escalation procedures and communicated technical status updates to internal teams and leadership. Supported dispatch systems and associated hardware environments. Maintained integrity of system configurations and implemented system enhancements. Work Site: Ft. Meade, MD area. Telework of any kind is not authorized for this position. Labor Category Levels Approved Labor Categories ND AA BS MS PD System Administrator (SA) Skill Level 1 10 10 5 5 5 System Administrator (SA) Skill Level 2 15 15 10 10 10 System Administrator (SA) Skill Level 3 20 20 15 15 15 To Learn More About Our Team and Solutions, Check Out the Following: Corporate Website: GlassDoor Page: Indeed Page: LinkedIn Page: Facebook Page: Twitter Page: At Sensible Solutions and Technologies, Inc. (SSATI), we don't just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our services, and our community. SSATI is honored to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Benefits Annual Salary: $80,000-$280,000 paid bi-weekly.