Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Telework: Based on tasking
We’re seeking a highly experienced System Administrator with strong, quantifiable Linux system administration expertise. In this role, you’ll support a wide range of IT systems across multiple environments, working with modern automation tools, hyperconverged infrastructure, and container‑based technologies. You’ll join a mission‑focused team where your technical depth, troubleshooting skills, and ability to keep systems running smoothly will make a direct impact every day.
Implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining IT systems across diverse environments
Providing Tier 1 and Tier 2 support, including problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution
Managing daily configuration and operations of IT systems
Assisting users with system access and usage
Monitoring and resolving issues across client/server, storage, network, and mobile devices
Escalating and communicating system status to management and internal customers
Optimizing system operations, resource utilization, and capacity planning
Performing in‑depth troubleshooting and analysis for complex IT issues
Supporting dispatch and hardware problem resolution
Configuring and managing UNIX and Windows operating systems
Installing, maintaining, and enhancing operating system software and network components
Supporting system and mission architecture design
Applying knowledge of system administration interdependencies within a Service‑Oriented Architecture (SOA)
Analyzing and resolving complex server hardware, application, and integration issues
Strong, hands‑on Linux System Administration experience
Ansible scripting and automation
Some Windows System Administration
Experience with:
ProxMox
Centrify
Harvester
Rancher
Kubernetes / Docker
Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI) solutions such as:
Azure Stack HCI
Cisco HyperFlex
DataCore SANsymphony
Dell VxRail
HPE SimpliVity
Nutanix HCI
NetApp HCI
Scale Computing Platform
15+ years of System Administration experience supporting programs of similar scope and complexity
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
Five additional years of SA experience may be substituted for the degree
IAT Level II certification (per DoD 8570.01‑M)
EMTAK is an industry leader unparalleled in providing engineering and information technology services. Our engineers have the experience and resolve to exceed the expectations of our customer while delivering solutions. EMTAK is a team of highly accomplished specialists who exceed in achieving a mission with the goal of engineering and maintaining secure infrastructures while providing ongoing and dependable support to our customers.
We employ a diverse range of talent to create an environment that fuels innovation and fosters continuous improvement and success. We believe that in addition to hiring the best talent, a diversity of perspectives, ideas and cultures leads to the creation of better services. We are committed to working to high ethical standards, retaining and attracting a diverse and talented workforce and making a positive contribution to the communities in which we operate. Empowering People and Expanding Possibilities!
