Systems Administrator Level 2

System Administrator Level 2

Markon is seeking a System Administrator Level 2 to support the Fort Meade Customer. This role will support the Customer by deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications and supporting infrastructure in a secure, mission-critical environment. This position will play a key role in maintaining Kubernetes-based platforms and ensuring high availability, performance, and operational reliability.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and scale applications and infrastructure supporting the DEFSMAC mission.
• Administer and maintain RKE2/Kubernetes cluster environments.
• Manage and support containerized applications using Docker.
• Perform system administration tasks within Unix/Linux environments, including troubleshooting and performance tuning.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash.
• Monitor system health, availability, and performance across containerized environments.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and application-level issues across compute, storage, and networking layers.
• Support configuration management, system updates, and security compliance efforts.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to support continuous integration and deployment workflows.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and operational support.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline plus 10 years of relevant experience,OR 15 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Hands-on experience with RKE2 and Kubernetes administration.
• Experience with Docker and containerized environments.
• Strong experience administering Unix/Linux systems.
• Proficiency in Bash scripting.
• Experience deploying and managing scalable infrastructure in mission-focused environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Salary Range

USD $150,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr. The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

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Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we're consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation's most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients' missions. Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Benefits Offered : Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.