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# Systems Administrator

- **Company:** Mantech International Corporation
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, DevOps, File Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Perl (Programming Language), Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Networking Hardware, Intrusion Detection Systems, Storage Area Network (SAN), Python (Programming Language), Office Suite, Ansible, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Network Routers, Scripting, Saltstack, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Apache Nifi, Data Management, Puppet, Splunk, Multiplatform, Docker, Vmware
- **Published:** August 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/us/en/find-jobs-in-United-States/-DE8CF9C7AEEBFFC076/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 10+ years of relevant Systems Administration experience; or an Associate's degree with 15+ years' experience.
 * 10+ years of experience in systems administration of software and hardware supporting IT system development and testing.
 * Experience in a Linux environment.
 * 2+ years of experience in Splunk administration.
 * Experience utilizing Ansible or comparable infrastructure-as-code tools.
 * Proficiency with Scripting languages including Python, Bash, or Perl.
 * Familiarity with enterprise virtualization platforms (VMware or similar) and associated Storage Area Networks (SAN).

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with DevOps tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, SaltStack, or Puppet.
 * Experience with NiFi or cross-domain solutions.
 * Knowledge of network devices (routers, switches, gateways) and protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, DHCP, and DNS.

Clearance Requirement:

 * Current/Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Physical Requirements:

 * Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
 * Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
 * Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer.

## Description

* Provide comprehensive administration and support for multi-platform operating system environments.
 * Manage and maintain virtualized environments and enterprise-level virtualization management tools.
 * Configure and maintain host-based security and intrusion detection systems.
 * Configure and maintain enterprise storage solutions and associated file system architectures.
 * Develop and deliver technical documentation and program briefings to senior management and stakeholders.


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