Join Leidos National Security Sector as Senior Systems Administrator

Leidos National Security Sector delivers technology-enabled services in cyber, logistics, security operations, and decision analytics to defend against global threats. Our Intelligence Production Solutions Division (IPSD) seeks a Senior Systems Administrator for mission-critical systems supporting intelligence and geospatial initiatives.

Key Role in Classified Environments

Based primarily in Gaithersburg, MD (options: Aurora, CO; St. Louis, MO; Tucson, AZ), you'll lead IT operations in fast-paced, classified settings. Manage high-performance Linux/Windows systems, virtualization (VMware, KVM), and hybrid cloud (AWS GovCloud, Azure). Ensure 24/7 availability for geospatial analytics, software dev, and data services. Active Top Secret clearance required (TS/SCI with Polygraph eligible).

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead sysadmin for Linux (RHEL/CentOS) & Windows in secure environments
• Architect complex infrastructure & perform STIG-compliant hardening/patching
• Monitor performance, conduct RCA, & resolve issues
• Oversee backups, DR, & automation (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Python)
• Maintain docs, support CM/RM, & lead Chinook enhancements
• Collaborate with cyber, network, & dev teams; participate in audits/IR

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen; Bachelor’s +8-12yrs or Master’s +6-10yrs relevant exp
• DoD 8570 IAT II/III cert; Linux/Windows/VMware exp
• Cloud platforms, scripting, STIG/RMF, networking/IAM knowledge
• IC/DoD classified support experience

Preferred Qualifications

• GEOINT mission support; DevOps (Git, Jenkins, Docker)
• Enterprise backups, AD, PKI, DNS/DHCP

Pay Range: $92,300-$166,850. Leidos outthinks the status quo—join disruptors on the Chinook program.