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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Administrator - **Company:** CNF Technologies - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Linux System Administration, Networking Basics, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Server Administration, Software Engineering, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Performance Monitor, User Accounts - **Published:** September 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/8d4d8ec4-c814-470f-b761-56bd20c720c2/system-administrator-tssci-in-md ## About the Role * Demonstrated experience in systems administration, including installing, configuring, and maintaining hardware, software, and operating systems (Windows and/or Linux environments preferred). * Experience with cloud-based services and classified enclave support. * Hands-on experience troubleshooting and resolving system/server issues, performance problems, and failures. * Familiarity with computer networking concepts, protocols, and server administration in secure/controlled environments. * Experience conducting system maintenance, backups, recovery, and capacity/performance monitoring., * Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph. * U.S. Citizenship required. * Full-time on-site work in classified facility. * Must comply with DoDM 8140.03 requirements for DCWF Work Role 451 (System Administrator), including obtaining and maintaining required foundational, residential, and continuous professional development qualifications/certifications at the appropriate proficiency level. * Proficiency in cloud security (zero trust, CUI handling), architecture tools, and DoD policies. Education and Experience: * Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field from accredited institution. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field is preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience). * Minimum 3-5 years of relevant systems administration experience in DoD or government environments (additional years may substitute for formal education). * Must meet DoDM 8140.03 and DCWF 451 qualification standards upon entry or within established timelines (e.g., foundational certifications such as Security+ or DoD-approved training for Basic/Intermediate proficiency; advanced certifications preferred). ## Description CNF Technologies is seeking a System Administrator to support installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining server configurations to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This work includes managing accounts, firewalls, patches, access control, passwords, account creation/administration, overseeing backups/recovery, and implementing operational and technical security controls while adhering to organizational security policies in a classified environment., * Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain hardware, software, and system accounts to support operational requirements. * Manage system/server resources including performance, capacity, availability, and serviceability. * Administer user accounts, access controls, firewalls, patches, and security configurations. * Perform periodic system maintenance (physical and electronic cleaning), implement security controls, and ensure compliance with DoD security policies. * Oversee backup and recovery operations, recover failed systems/servers, and support continuity of operations. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Full-stack role-based authorization in 45 minutes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/312-full-stack-role-based-authorization-in-45-minutes) - [Leverage Cloud Computing Benefits with Serverless Multi-Cloud ML ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/78-leverage-cloud-computing-benefits-with-serverless-multi-cloud-ml) - [Cloud-nativeApplications- What’s the buzz about](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/55-cloud-nativeapplications-what-s-the-buzz-about) - [ZEISS & Microsoft - Building the Next Generation Medical Ecosystem in the Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/424-zeiss-microsoft-building-the-next-generation-medical-ecosystem-in-the-cloud) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)