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# Systems Administrator (Tier 2 Level 2)

- **Company:** J&T Business Consulting
- **Location:** Annapolis, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $94,000.0 - $113,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Business Software, CompTIA Network+, System Configuration, Linux, Identity and Access Management, Performance Tuning, Windows Remote Assistance, Remote Desktop Services, Systems Architecture, Software Vulnerability Management, Information Technology, Patch Management, User Accounts
- **Published:** October 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=33dedcd4182a4d04

## About the Role

* Clearance: Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current Polygraph is strictly required., * High School Diploma / GED with 15+ years of relevant IT/systems administration experience; OR
 * Bachelor's Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years of relevant experience., * CompTIA A+ CE
 * CompTIA Network+ CE

## Description

We are seeking a Tier 2 Level 2 Systems Administrator to join our team in Annapolis Junction, MD. This role is responsible for maintaining the health, security, and performance of server infrastructure, operating systems, and core applications across a secure enterprise environment.

The ideal candidate will provide advanced technical support for escalated issues, execute patch management and system configurations, maintain strict security controls, and collaborate on cross-functional IT projects., System Administration & Maintenance

 * Monitor, manage, and maintain enterprise servers, operating systems, and key business applications.
 * Apply patches, updates, and configuration changes in accordance with established change management procedures.
 * Perform routine system health checks, capacity planning, and performance tuning., * Provide advanced (Tier 2) technical support for escalated issues from help desk/Tier 1 teams.
 * Diagnose and resolve complex system, application, and network-related incidents.
 * Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls following principle-of-least-privilege guidelines.

Implementation & Configuration

 * Install, configure, and deploy new systems, hardware, applications, and management tools.
 * Assist with system upgrades, data migrations, and tool integrations.
 * Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, operational procedures, and IT standards.

Security & Compliance

 * Ensure all systems adhere to organizational security policies and federal compliance standards.
 * Implement and monitor security controls, including antivirus, endpoint protection, firewalls, and access management solutions.
 * Participate in system audits, risk assessments, and vulnerability remediation activities.

Monitoring & Reporting

 * Use enterprise monitoring tools to track system performance, availability, and storage capacity.
 * Respond to automated alerts, incidents, and system outages; conduct root cause analysis and perform corrective actions.
 * Prepare routine reports on system health, open incidents, and infrastructure improvements for leadership.

Collaboration & Process Improvement

 * Partner with network, security, application, and help desk teams on cross-functional initiatives.
 * Contribute to the continuous improvement of IT standards, workflows, and technical documentation.
 * Provide input on technology selections and system architecture design., * Server & OS Administration (Windows / Linux)
 * Hardware installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
 * Remote Desktop & Remote Assistance tools
 * Security tools (endpoint protection, firewalls, access management)