System Administrator 3 - (Linux, VMware, Networking)

Akina • Annapolis Junction, MD

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About The Position

Akina is hiring a senior System Administrator and technical contributor to support CNO Capabilities by sustaining and evolving a high-performance operational IT environment. This is not a ticket-only administrator role. The position is suited to a forward-leaning professional who takes ownership of systems, documents precisely, builds strong relationships, works directly with users, optimizes workflows, and develops repeatable processes that make future efforts more efficient.

The role involves installing, configuring, and maintaining high-performance compute hardware, including NVIDIA H100, H200, and B300 class accelerator platforms. The administrator will also relocate existing equipment to a government data warehouse while maintaining configuration integrity and tracking, and lead installation and sustainment for new and legacy hardware in the warehouse environment. The position supports virtualization and long-term IT modernization, and may expand to AWS, cloud integrations, and Large Language Model infrastructure as mission requirements evolve.

The position is based in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, and requires TS/SCI with polygraph clearance. The stated salary range is $203,000–$249,000 annually; actual compensation may vary based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements.

Requirements

• Strong Linux systems administration experience in operational environments.
• Experience installing and maintaining GPU-accelerated or high-performance compute systems, particularly NVIDIA enterprise-class hardware.
• Demonstrated ability to document technical processes clearly and professionally.
• Experience working in structured data center or warehouse environments.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies and hypervisors.
• Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues across networked systems.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting directly with mission users.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with distributed support teams.
• Nine years of experience, with or without a B.S.
• TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.

Nice To Haves

• A forward-leaning mindset and enthusiasm for improving user experience.
• Comfort working hands-on with hardware in a warehouse environment.
• Relationship-building skills and an understanding that mission success depends on coordination with onsite support teams.
• Flexibility, a growth-oriented approach, and interest in expanding into cloud, AWS, and LLM support over time.
• Commitment to building documentation and processes that make future installations faster.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain high-performance compute hardware, including NVIDIA H100, H200, and B300 class accelerator platforms.
• Uninstall and relocate existing equipment to a government data warehouse while ensuring configuration integrity and proper tracking.
• Lead installation and sustainment efforts for new and legacy hardware within the warehouse environment.
• Document installation procedures, configurations, and lessons learned to create repeatable, scalable deployment playbooks.
• Build working relationships with onsite System Administrators at the warehouse to streamline troubleshooting and escalate priorities when mission timelines require it.
• Identify gaps in onsite support coverage and recommend improvements to reduce downtime and response time.
• Partner with contract engineering teams to optimize system performance and user workflows.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation, diagrams, and standard operating procedures that allow another engineer to step in seamlessly.
• Support virtualization efforts and contribute to long-term IT modernization strategies.
• Adapt to evolving mission requirements, including potential future support for AWS, cloud integrations, and Large Language Model infrastructure.

Benefits

• 24 days of PTO accrued annually.
• 11 federal holidays.
• 401(k) is 100% vested on the start date, with a direct company contribution worth 10% of salary.
• Company covers 100% of employee healthcare costs and 50% of dependent healthcare costs.
• Educational assistance for college classes.
• Coverage of costs associated with job-related training and certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed