• Systems Administrator 1

    PDS Defense (Linthicum, MD)


    IT/Technical

    **Systems Administrator 1** Linthicum, MD Posted: 4/29/2025

    Job Description

    Job ID#:

    211115

    Job Category:

    IT/Technical

    Position Type:

    Associate - W2

    Duration:

    26

    Shift:

    1

     

    PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Systems Administrator 1, in Linthicum, MD. Job ID#211115

     

    Pay Rate: $40-$45/hr

    Job Description:

    Seeking a Linux/Windows Systems Administrator to join its Classified Solutions team in Linthicum, MD. As a member of the classified solutions, IT you'll work in a fast-paced team environment alongside engineers and program managers to help support and make our technologies a reality. This position will serve on-site at our Linthicum, MD campus; this is not a remote work opportunity.

    Responsibilities:

    • Perform as a Linux/Redhat systems administrator for a classified government contract.

    • Perform as a Windows Systems Administrator for a classified government contract.

    • Maintain smooth operation of all computer infrastructure in a multi-user computer system environment, including coordination of efforts with systems, software, and electrical design engineers, Information Systems Security Officers, PC desktop technicians, end users, network engineers, program/project managers, and IT management.

    • Analyze internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems.

    • Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.

    • Provide backup and recovery services, manage data storage devices, and implement/upgrade/update virus and malware protection on a routine basis.

    • Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists.

    • Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.

    • Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.

    • Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components.

    • Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors and evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.

    • Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.

    • Deploy new STIGs & work with IT/IA to develop POA&Ms for vulnerabilities that cannot be mitigated or STIG settings that cannot be applied.

    • Understand vulnerability and risk mitigation in accordance with RMF & DoD JSIG standards.

    • Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs) and Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs).

    • Prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security.

    • Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.

    • Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions.

    Basic Qualifications for Linux/Windows Systems Administrator:

    • Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, or an Associate's Degree with 4 years of experience; a High School Diploma or equivalent with 6 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.

    • Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II (or higher) certification (example: Security+ CE); maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.

    • Experience managing Redhat Enterprise Linux OS in a classified environment.

    • Experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture in a classified environment.

    • Familiarity with DoD STIGs, deploying new STIGs, and working with IT and Information Assurance Analysts to develop POA&Ms for vulnerabilities that cannot be mitigated, or STIG settings that cannot be applied.

    • Current DoD Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the DoD Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

    • Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs within 9 months of their hire date; program and/or customer requirements may expedite this timeline, and maintaining a SAP/SAR clearance will be a condition of continued employment.

    Preferred Qualifications for Linux/Windows Systems Administrator:

    • The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology and 2+ years of Linux, Windows, and VMWare server administration experience in a JSIG classified environment.

    • Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.

    • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment.

    • Understanding of networking, including subnets, routing, and VLANs; Cisco experience and/or certification.

    • Windows AD, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems.

    • Experience with Solaris OS.

    • Experience with Windows & Linux Operating systems that support Security Engineering tools.

    • Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk).

    • VMWare experience with current version.

    • Rudimentary scripting experience.

    • Experience with the creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment.

    • Experience with Certification & Accreditation process.

    • DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux, Cisco).

    • Active DoD Top Secret security clearance.

     

    Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

    Job Requirements

    Minimum Security Clearance:

    Secret

     

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

     

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    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

    + The California Fair Chance Act

    + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

    + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

    + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

     

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled