System Administrator

System AdministratorComputer Technologies Consultants (CTC) is seeking a System Administrator to support the Intelligence Community in Annapolis Junction, MD.Position Location: Annapolis Junction, MDDescription:Work on a fast paced-team providing support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems supporting critical enterprise applications.Manage IT system infrastructure and associated processes, ensuring the availability, reliability, security, and performance of enterprise applications and services.Provide day-to-day operations, monitoring, maintenance, and problem resolution for client systems, servers, storage platforms, network devices, and related infrastructure.Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) support, including problem identification, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution.Support the escalation process and communicate systems status, issues, and resolutions to agency management and internal stakeholders.Assist with hardware support activities, dispatch processes, and issue resolution through completion.Configure, administer, and maintain Windows and UNIX/Linux operating systems, including software installation, patching, system hardening, and performance tuning.Maintain the integrity and availability of infrastructure components while implementing enhancements to improve reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.Collaborate with engineering and development teams to support infrastructure modernization efforts, including evaluating, testing, and implementing technology solutions that enhance system capabilities.Participate in the assessment of existing systems and architectures, providing operational and technical input for initiatives involving automation, DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and application modernization.Support the planning, testing, deployment, and sustainment of infrastructure and application changes across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud-hosted environments, as applicable.Assist in analyzing operational, security, compliance, and technical considerations associated with infrastructure changes and technology migrations.Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system configuration baselines.Technology Stack of application(s) with which this role will interact:AWSAnsibleDockerElasticSearchTerraformJenkinsLinuxWindowsGitLabQualifications:TS/SCI with PolygraphA bachelor's degree and ten (10) years of experience as a system administrator on programs of similar scope and complexity is required. In lieu of a bachelor's degree fifteen (15) years of experience required.In depth Linux experience.Familiarity with PowerShell and Bash scripting languages.Experience with system hardening.Experience working with ISSOs for system compliance.DoD 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I is required.Must be able to work core hours of 10AM-2PM Monday-Friday. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Desired Experience:Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWSExperience with infrastructure automation, configuration management, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or AWS CloudFormation.Experience supporting DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or automated deployment processes.Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.Experience performing vulnerability remediation, security patching, and STIG implementation.Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, RMF activities, and security compliance initiatives.Required Clearance:Active TSSCI clearance with Full Scope polyPay Information:Full-Time Salary Range: $120k - $180k+++Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.Benefits/Perks:401(k) matchingAccident and Hospital Indemnity InsuranceDental InsuranceDisability InsuranceEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramEmployee Assistance PlanFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurance (Term and Universal Life w/Long Term Care benefits)Paid time off (Vacation, Sick leave, and 11 Federal Holidays)Professional development assistance/Tuition reimbursement ProgramProfit Sharing Retirement ProgramVision insuranceComputer Technologies Consultants, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides employment opportunities for all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, age, mental or sensory differing abilities, protected veteran status, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Computer Technologies Consultants, Inc. is devoted to diversity, equity, and inclusion.