Systems Administrator / Data Center Operations with Security Clearance

People, Technology and Processes LLCAberdeen Proving Ground, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted Sep 29, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers significant growth potential within a reputable organization, where you'll gain hands-on experience managing critical data center infrastructure and enhancing your cybersecurity skills. If you possess a Secret clearance, enjoy a hybrid work environment, and are eager to contribute to vital operations, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career. Apply today to join a dynamic team and make a real impact.

Quick Overview

Seniority

Mid Senior

Employment type

Employee

Work mode

Hybrid

Location

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States

Posted

Yesterday

Microsoft Office

Job Description

Position Title: Systems Administrator / Data Center Operations Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Clearance required: Secret minimum (Tier 3 / T3R); Top Secret / SCI eligible (Tier 5 / T5R) required to administer classified systems or networks or for critical- or special-sensitive duties.

Scope of Work: Performs systems administration and data center operations for ATEC servers and infrastructure, sustaining 99.95% server availability and managing backups, compliance, and environmental monitoring. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Build, maintain, patch, and upgrade Windows and UNIX/Linux servers, including virtual machine environments
Maintain an authorized software list and perform user account and permissions management
Apply vulnerability patches and STIG/SRG configurations and run ACAS and SCAP compliance scans
Perform data backup, archival, and recovery, sustaining a 98% or better backup success rate and meeting restore service levels
Monitor data center environment, UPS systems, network racks and report and correct deficiencies
Perform server room cable and equipment remediation and ongoing maintenance to industry standards
High school diploma or equivalent (minimum)
U.S. citizenship
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English proficiently
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office software
Active Secret clearance; Top Secret / SCI eligibility (Tier 5 / T5R) required for administering classified systems
DoD 8140 / 8570.01-M baseline certification appropriate to the assigned work role and level, held prior to performance, with the required computing environment (CE) certification obtained within six (6) months of appointment.