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System Administrator - TS/SCI Poly with Security Clearance

Staffed4UAnnapolis Junction, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 18, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Leverage your expertise in enterprise IT and AWS to make a significant impact on critical national security missions, with a competitive salary of $150,000-$168,000 and hybrid flexibility. This role is perfect for a skilled System Administrator with a TS/SCI Poly, offering substantial career growth within a reputable organization and a collaborative team environment. Apply now to join a dynamic team supporting vital cybersecurity and intelligence efforts.

Quick Overview

Salary
$150k - $168k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Employee
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
Posted
1 week ago
AWS

Job Description

System Administrator - TS/SCI Poly

  • Annapolis Junction, MD Location: Annapolis Junction, MD Clearance: TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (Required) Staffed4U is recruiting for an experienced System Administrator Level 2 to support a mission-critical program in a fast-paced, highly secure environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background administering enterprise IT environments and experience supporting cloud-based infrastructure, DevOps practices, and AWS technologies. This role is responsible for maintaining system availability, troubleshooting complex issues, implementing system enhancements, and ensuring the reliability and security of mission systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team supporting some of the nation's most critical cybersecurity and intelligence missions. Required Qualifications Experience
  • Ten (10) years of experience as a System Administrator supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity. Education
  • 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 the required bachelor's degree.

Required Skills

  • Experience administering Linux and/or Windows enterprise environments
  • Experience with DevOps methodologies and tools
  • Experience supporting Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and systems administration skills
  • Experience supporting secure enterprise environments
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical teams Responsibilities
  • Install, configure, monitor, and maintain enterprise systems and infrastructure.
  • Manage operating systems, servers, applications, and system services.
  • Support AWS cloud infrastructure and assist with cloud-based deployments.
  • Utilize DevOps tools and practices to improve system reliability and deployment efficiency.
  • Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues.
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, and operating system problems.
  • Perform system upgrades, patches, backups, and maintenance activities.
  • Implement security best practices and maintain compliance with customer requirements.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
  • Collaborate with engineers, developers, and cybersecurity teams to support mission objectives. Benefits Our client offers a comprehensive, flexible benefits package supporting financial security, health, and work-life balance. Retirement
  • 15% automatic company 401(k) contribution (3% safe harbor + 12% discretionary profit sharing)
  • No vesting – 100% immediately vested
  • Pre-tax and Roth options; contributions deposited every payroll Paid Time Off & Flexibility
  • PTO accrued at 13% of hours worked (≈ 6 weeks / 30 days annually for full-time employees)
  • Up to 240 hours carryover
  • Flexible option to adjust PTO and/or 401(k) contributions in exchange for salary adjustments Health & Wellness
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant company contribution
  • CareFirst medical plans:
  • Platinum POS – $0 deductible
  • High Deductible POS – $1,600 / $3,200 deductible
  • Company contributes 25% of deductible to HSA quarterly
  • HSA and FSA options available Insurance (Company-Paid)
  • $50,000 Life Insurance
  • $50,000 AD&D
  • Short-Term Disability: 60% pay (up to $1,000/week)
  • Long-Term Disability: 60% pay (up to $6,000/month) Flexible Schedule
  • Hourly pay with flexible/alternate schedules (customer approval required) Education & Training
  • Up to $5,000 annually for certifications, courses, conferences, books, and related expenses Additional Perks
  • $100 annually toward company-branded apparel https://www.staffed4u.com/  Apply Now
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