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# System Administration L3 - TS/SCI Poly required

- **Company:** EMTAK. LLC
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Network Layer, Linux System Administration, Ansible, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Data Storage Management, System Availability, Containerization, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/system-administration-l3-ts-sci-poly-required-annapolis-junction-md--85d8f9fa-78d1-4e85-b8d1-c6906ec2a6fe

## About the Role

Systems Administration/Management, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Top Secret Clearance, Layer 3 Protocols, Systems Administration/Management, Layer 3 Protocols, Automation, Linux Administration, Government, Virtualization, We are currently seeking an experienced Senior System Administrator to support a mission-focused environment supporting critical government operations. This position requires a strong Linux systems administration background, experience with virtualization and automation technologies, and the ability to operate in secure enterprise environments., * Fifteen (15) years of experience as a System Administrator (SA)

 * Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university required*
 + Five (5) additional years of SA experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Required Certifications

 * Active Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M requirements, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of start date

Required Technical Skills

 * Linux system administration
 * Containerization technologies
 * Storage management
 * KVM virtualization
 * Automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible and/or SALT
 * FreeIPA administration and support
 * Scripting experience using Bash, Perl, Python, or similar languages
 * SSP compliance and documentation support
 * STE/STN support experience
 * Cloud technologies and AWS experience, * Experience supporting classified or mission-critical government environments
 * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
 * Ability to work independently in fast-paced operational settings

## Description

* Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux-based enterprise environments
 * Support virtualization, storage, and container platforms
 * Develop and maintain automation solutions for system deployment and configuration management
 * Support secure system operations in compliance with government security requirements
 * Assist with SSP documentation and compliance initiatives
 * Provide operational support for mission systems and secure communications infrastructure
 * Collaborate with engineering and cybersecurity teams to maintain system availability and performance