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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Administrator, Level 2 - **Company:** Independent Software - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $114,000.0 - $164,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Bash Shell, Client Server Models, CompTIA Security+, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Architecture, Network Service, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Zabbix, Data Logging, Software Troubleshooting, Containerization, Information Technology, Splunk, Docker, Vmware - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us3b5576f7a7c4e0c8b02b4742f5e8e20b ## About the Role * Strong Windows and UNIX/Linux system administration and troubleshooting experience * Experience supporting client/server, storage, and network infrastructure * Familiarity with Bash and/or PowerShell scripting * Experience with Active Directory and Group Policy * Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network services * Familiarity with VMware, KVM, Hyper-V, Docker, or similar technologies * Experience with monitoring/logging tools such as Splunk, Zabbix, or ELK * Understanding of system security, patching, and configuration best practices * Strong troubleshooting and communication skills Education and Experience: * Ten (10) years of System Administration experience supporting programs or environments of similar scope, type, and complexity * Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university * Five (5) additional years of System Administration experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree Certifications: Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification, such as CompTIA Security+ CE or another qualifying IAT Level II certification, is required. Clearance Requirement: * Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role ## Description At Independent Software, as a System Administrator Level 2, you will support the implementation, administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of IT systems in a secure technical environment. You will manage day-to-day system operations across Windows and UNIX/Linux environments, network services, virtualization technologies, automation tools, and enterprise infrastructure. You will provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support, troubleshoot complex system issues, optimize system performance and resource utilization, and support users in accessing and effectively using IT systems., * Administer, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows and UNIX/Linux systems * Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution * Support client/server, storage, network, and related IT infrastructure * Install, configure, patch, and maintain operating systems and system components * Support Active Directory, Group Policy, and network services including TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP * Support virtualization, containerization, and system automation * Monitor system health, performance, capacity, and resource utilization * Troubleshoot hardware and system issues through resolution * Document and communicate escalated issues, status, and resolutions, System Administrator I / II / III Location: Fort Meade, MD Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (most recent poly within the past 7 years) Certification: DoD 8570 IAT II (Req… + 1 month ago + Apply easily + ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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