MD-Systems Administrator - TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland

• Category: Systems Administration
• Travel Required: No
• Remote Type: No
• Clearance: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

• Job Summary:
• 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 2019 and Active Directory.

Must have experience with software/hardware deployment, patches, operating systems, and basic system backup and restore functions.

Must have experience with/be familiar with SALT, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, Nessus.

Must have experience with and/or have knowledge of Red Hat and VMWare.

Must have a solid understanding of advanced security protocols and standards.

Must have experience with both Client and Server virtualization environments.

Must have experience with installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and reimaging hardware.

Must have a solid understanding of information security principles and practices.

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Must be able to support occasional day or short duration travel.

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.

Knowledge of PKI systems which use HSMs to validate key and NTP for synchronization.

Knowledge of PowerShell and PowerCLI.

Experience in documenting and providing information for security accreditation and certification.

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Who We Are

Sunayu, LLC serves as a premier technology partner to the Defense and Intelligence communities, delivering mission-critical engineering solutions across the nation. Our operations are anchored in a commitment to trust, accountability, and ethical transparency, ensuring the high-performance outcomes necessary to protect our country's most vital interests.

Culture

Our strength lies in our community: Our team prioritizes collaboration, professional growth, and encourages open communication . At Sunayu, we don't just secure the mission—we grow together.

Career Development

We support and encourage our team members to continue their professional growth by providing company-reimbursed training and continuing education of up to $5,000 per year. We also participate in many industry conferences and events where we share our expertise and experiences.

Pay Rate

Salary range considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits

3 Medical Plan Options

Dental and Vision

FSA, DCFSA, HSA

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

11 Federal holidays

401k plan with up to a 6% match (100% immediate vesting)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunayu, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.