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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Systems Administrator - **Company:** AI&US LLC - **Location:** North Bethesda, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Program Optimization, Cyber Security, Data Centers, Linux, IPv4, IPv6, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Linux Servers, Routing, Software Project Management, Subversion, Backup and Restore, Network Switches, Scripting, ServiceNow IT Service Management, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Uipath, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bfb742a58825d23a ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline * Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Linux system administration and/or Windows system administration * Familiarity with IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, routing, and troubleshooting, * Experience in writing Bash and Python scripts * Windows: Proven expertise in systems administration on Windows platforms, with proficiency in bash scripting for effective automation, task orchestration, and system optimization * Linux: Proficient experience in administering Linux-based systems, with a strong emphasis on expertise in Ubuntu, including the ability to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot system components to ensure reliable and secure operations. * Strong command-line skills * Knowledge of containerization platforms (Kubernetes/Docker) * Experience with developing and documenting standards and promoting process improvement * Experience with Agile project management Preferred Skills / Certifications * Security+ Certified * Experience with UiPath Product Suite * Experience with backup and restore operations * Demonstrated experience with datacenter-class network switch and firewall troubleshooting * Experience with configuration management and development environments such as: git, subversion, or Jenkins Security clearance * You must be able to obtain a security clearance (Secret or higher) - US Citizenship required ## Description As a Senior Systems Administrator, you will support our senior infrastructure team in ensuring that the internal IT structure of the enterprise remains up-to-date, and systems are maintained. We expect you to bring in your high-energy and curiosity to learn quickly and adapt to varying company needs. If this sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you! 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