Systems Administrator

LufCo•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

As a Systems Administrator, you are the backbone of the technical infrastructure that keeps mission-critical operations running without a hitch. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver who views "uptime" as a personal mission and enjoys the challenge of maintaining complex, high-stakes environments. You will ensure the reliability, security, and performance of our systems, providing the stable foundation upon which our developers and analysts build the future. This role will support and represent LufCo with our industry partners within the Ft. Meade market. At LufCo, you’ll do more than fill a role—you’ll help build what’s next. We offer a people-first, agile environment where your ideas are valued, your impact is visible, and your work directly supports meaningful, mission-driven outcomes.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology (or a related discipline) with 5–15 years of experience.
OR 9–20 years of professional experience in lieu of a degree.
Technical Skills: OS Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Linux (RHEL/CentOS) and Windows Server environments.
Virtualization & Cloud: Experience managing virtualized environments (VMware/Hyper-V) and familiarity with AWS infrastructure.
Networking: Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls, and implementing STIGs for system hardening.
Automation: Ability to automate tasks using Bash, PowerShell, or Python.
Ability to travel as required.
TS/SCI with Polygraph

Responsibilities

Infrastructure Management: Install, configure, and maintain server hardware, operating systems, and enterprise applications to ensure peak performance.
Proactive Monitoring: Monitor system health and security logs to identify potential issues before they impact the mission, implementing rapid resolutions and root-cause analysis.
Security & Compliance: Execute regular security patches, updates, and backups in accordance with strict agency protocols to safeguard sensitive data.
User Support & Provisioning: Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls while providing high-tier technical troubleshooting for complex system errors.
Modernization & Scaling: Collaborate with engineering teams to automate routine tasks and assist in the migration or integration of cloud-based infrastructure components.