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System Administrator, Level 2

Independent SoftwareAnnapolis Junction, MD

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Benefits
Paid Vacation

Job Description

What You Will Do:As a System Administrator Level 2, you will provide hands-on support for the implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise IT systems supporting mission-critical operations. You will manage system infrastructure, ensure system availability and performance, and support users through Tier 1 and Tier 2 incident resolution. This role requires deep technical expertise in Linux and Windows environments, virtualization platforms, automation, and secure system operations.Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems
  • Manage daily configuration, operation, and sustainment of system infrastructure
  • Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution
  • Support day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for client, server, storage, network, and mobile devices
  • Assist users in accessing and effectively using IT systems
  • Support escalation efforts and communicate system status to agency management and internal customers
  • Provide detailed analysis and feedback for escalated incidents and system issues
  • Support dispatch systems and remain engaged through resolution of hardware and system problems
  • Configure, manage, and maintain UNIX/Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Install, load, and maintain operating system software and patches
  • Implement operating system enhancements to improve system reliability, availability, and performance
  • Optimize system operations, resource utilization, and perform capacity planning
  • Troubleshoot complex system issues across hardware, software, and virtualized environment
Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Strong experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments
  • Experience designing, installing, configuring, and sustaining Linux-based systems
  • Proficiency with automation and scripting for configuration management, backup, and restoration (e.g., Bash, Perl)
  • Experience implementing and supporting OS-level clustering solutions
  • Hands-on experience with Puppet for system administration and configuration management
  • Experience installing and managing software using YUM repositories, RPM files, tarballs, and source code
  • Experience researching, acquiring, and applying IAVA patches
  • Strong proficiency using Unix/Linux command-line tools
  • Experience with VMware architecture, including installation and configuration
  • Experience supporting VMware features such as VMotion, template libraries, failover, and monitoring
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in secure or mission-critical environments
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university
  • Five (5) additional years of System Administrator experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a System Administrator supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Demonstrated experience supporting enterprise IT systems, virtualization platforms, and secure system operations
Certifications:
  • CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) – IAT Level II
Clearance Requirement:
  • Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
Why Choose Independent Software:At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.When you join us, you will:
  • Support critical national security missions that matter
  • Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
  • Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger.Apply today.We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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