Leidos

Mid/Sr System Administrator

Leidos  •  $92k - $167k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Mid/Sr System Administrator

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Mid/Sr System Administrator in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

The selected individual will provide system administration support for a large, complex network environment with geographically distributed systems. The role supports system engineering requests by delivering solutions that meet operational needs, and by upgrading, sustaining, and maintaining existing capabilities. The candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that includes multiple air-gapped systems, each with its own domain and supporting infrastructure. The position also requires maintaining a complex IT environment involving multiple users, as well as associated storage and network infrastructure. This role requires an energetic, focused, and driven individual who can adapt quickly to changing priorities. The candidate must demonstrate strong system administration and troubleshooting skills and work effectively with the team to execute a variety of network-centric system administration tasks.

Responsibilities Include
The selected individual will be responsible for installing applications, administrating systems and processes, and ensuring issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner. She/he will be responsible for ensuring server and desktop configurations are optimized and running continuously and efficiently. The selected individual will also perform security management and application performance optimization functions.

Additional responsibilities may include:

  • Administration/sustainment of a system that provides a web-based application for storing, sharing, and distributing information.
  • Creating and maintaining complex server enclaves, including analyzing system scanning reports, patching, cert renewals, vulnerability management assessments, and active directory configurations.
  • Identifying and correcting hardware and software issues.
  • Responding to system administration, operations, and maintenance problems, and developing re-work solutions.
  • Creating and maintaining documentation of complex server/network environments to ensure that clear, concise and accurate information is readily available for incident resolution.
  • Communicating with users and external support personnel regarding system outages and upgrades, and conferring with upper management regarding recommended resolution options.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical field and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
  • Must have ​experience as a systems administrator providing direct support to end users and technical staff (developers, testers, engineers, etc.).
  • Must be proficient with Windows Server 2012R2, 2016, 2019, and Active Directory.
  • Must have experience with Linux and Microsoft-based servers and workstations.
  • Must have experience with Windows 2019.
  • Must have experience with OS and Application Hardening to include DISA, Best Practices, and High Assurance environments.
  • Must have experience with software/hardware deployment, patches, and operating systems, and basic system backup and restore functions.
  • Must have experience with and/or be familiar with SALT, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, Nessus.
  • Must have experience with and/or have knowledge of Red Hat 7 and 8, and VMWare.
  • Must have experience with Apache Tomcat, IIS, and/or SQL server database.
  • Must have experience documenting and providing information for security accreditation and certification.
  • Must have a solid understanding of advanced security protocols and standards.
  • Must have experience with Network Security Technologies (e.g. Multiple Domain, PKI, SSP, and Vulnerability Assessment).
  • Must have experience with High Assurance platforms and application integration testing methods.
  • Must have experience with both Client and Server virtualization environments.
  • Must have experience with installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and reimaging hardware.
  • Must have experience with disk arrays, PowerShell and PowerCLI, KVMs,
  • Must have knowledge of PKI systems which use HSMs to validate key and NTP for synchronization.
  • Must have experience optimizing system operations.
  • Must have a solid understanding of information security principles and practices.
  • Must have experience with or familiarity with software and security architectures.
  • Must have experience or familiarity with the following systems: Windows/Linux operating systems, VMware, and Networking: Switches, Routers, LANs, & cabling.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to support occasional day or short duration travel, if needed.
  • Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficiency with SQL Server.
  • SALT and Python scripting experience.
  • Experience supporting a software configuration management and development environment.
  • Experience working in an Agile Development Environment or on an Agile Team.

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today.

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Original Posting:

May 15, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level 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.

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 48,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023.

Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

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Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
1969
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