System Administrator 3

Columbia Technology Partners • Annapolis Junction, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a System Administrator 3 to support the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of IT systems across complex enterprise environments. This role focuses on sustaining mission-critical infrastructure, leading advanced troubleshooting efforts, and supporting high-performance computing (HPC) environments. The ideal candidate will manage complex systems, optimize performance, and support infrastructure leveraging high-speed networks and advanced storage technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (5 additional years of experience may substitute)
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a System Administrator in similar environments
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (or equivalent)
• Advanced experience with Linux systems, HPC environments, and networking (including storage fabrics)
• Experience with automation, monitoring, and performance tools (e.g., Ansible, Salt, Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana)
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.
• DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Provide implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance support for IT systems
• Perform advanced Tier 2 problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution
• Manage system operations, including monitoring, maintenance, and optimization
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Linux operating systems across enterprise environments
• Support HPC infrastructure, including high-speed networking (InfiniBand, Slingshot)
• Administer and troubleshoot storage solutions, including Lustre file systems and DDN Exascaler appliances
• Support TCP/IP networking and storage fabric environments
• Utilize automation and configuration tools (Salt, Ansible) to improve efficiency
• Maintain and enhance system monitoring and alerting (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana)
• Lead troubleshooting efforts and provide technical guidance for complex system issues

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: Customizable leave plans to meet your needs.
• Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: At zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior