Systems Administrator - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Systems Administrator - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Systems Administrator in Odenton, MD
Leidos Defense Group seeks a skilled Journeyman Systems Administrator for a DISA contract supporting the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS) at Ft. Meade, MD. This on-site role demands expertise in high-stakes, rapid-paced environments where you'll drive mission success through technical leadership and innovation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Deliver mid-level support for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and handle ticket escalations during major outages.
- Lead strategic onboarding and standup of new enclaves and environments.
- Collaborate with Tier III support, evaluate vendor products, and provide input on emerging technologies.
- Develop policies for computing resource allocation and maintain comprehensive documentation/SOPs.
- Apply security configurations, coach junior staff, and ensure adherence to best practices.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree + 8+ years in Windows/Linux environments (substitutable with experience).
- Proficiency in Windows, Linux, Solaris (expertise in one required).
- Deep VMware/VDI experience.
- Active Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligible).
- DoD 8570 IAT II (e.g., Security+ CE).
Preferred Qualifications
- Cybersecurity tool integration with networking, ticketing (ServiceNow), and security systems.
- TCP/IP networking knowledge.
- ITIL v3 Foundation certification.
Why Leidos?
At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo. This isn't for the comfortable—it's for disruptors who thrive on mission-critical challenges. Enjoy a disclosed pay range of $92,300 - $166,850, based on experience, skills, and market alignment. Original posting: January 30, 2026. U.S. positions only.
Locations
- Odenton, Maryland, United States
Salary
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Windows Server Administrationintermediate
- Linux Server Administrationintermediate
- Solaris Server Administrationintermediate
- VMware Virtual Environmentsintermediate
- Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)intermediate
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certificationintermediate
- Top Secret Clearanceintermediate
- ServiceNow Ticketingintermediate
- ITIL v3 Foundationintermediate
- TCP/IP Networkingintermediate
- Cybersecurity Integrationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of related experience in Windows/Linux server environments (or equivalent) (experience)
- Expertise in at least one of Windows, Linux, or Solaris servers (experience)
- Extensive VMware and VDI experience (experience)
- Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI (experience)
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Provide mid-level support for VDI environments and ticket escalations during major outages
- Lead onboarding and standup of new enclaves and environments
- Interact with Tier III support and evaluate vendor products
- Develop and monitor policies for computing resource allocation
- Create, maintain, and implement detailed documentation and SOPs
- Apply security settings and commercial best practices
- Coach and review work of lower-level technical staff
- Provide strategic leadership on emerging technologies and customer needs
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $92,300 - $166,850
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Mission-critical defense work with JWICS support
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Systems Administrator - Careers at Leidos
Leidos
Systems Administrator - Careers at Leidos
Job Description
Join Leidos as a Systems Administrator in Odenton, MD
Leidos Defense Group seeks a skilled Journeyman Systems Administrator for a DISA contract supporting the Joint Worldwide Intelligence Communications System (JWICS) at Ft. Meade, MD. This on-site role demands expertise in high-stakes, rapid-paced environments where you'll drive mission success through technical leadership and innovation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Deliver mid-level support for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and handle ticket escalations during major outages.
- Lead strategic onboarding and standup of new enclaves and environments.
- Collaborate with Tier III support, evaluate vendor products, and provide input on emerging technologies.
- Develop policies for computing resource allocation and maintain comprehensive documentation/SOPs.
- Apply security configurations, coach junior staff, and ensure adherence to best practices.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree + 8+ years in Windows/Linux environments (substitutable with experience).
- Proficiency in Windows, Linux, Solaris (expertise in one required).
- Deep VMware/VDI experience.
- Active Top Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligible).
- DoD 8570 IAT II (e.g., Security+ CE).
Preferred Qualifications
- Cybersecurity tool integration with networking, ticketing (ServiceNow), and security systems.
- TCP/IP networking knowledge.
- ITIL v3 Foundation certification.
Why Leidos?
At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo. This isn't for the comfortable—it's for disruptors who thrive on mission-critical challenges. Enjoy a disclosed pay range of $92,300 - $166,850, based on experience, skills, and market alignment. Original posting: January 30, 2026. U.S. positions only.
Locations
- Odenton, Maryland, United States
Salary
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
92,300 - 166,850 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Windows Server Administrationintermediate
- Linux Server Administrationintermediate
- Solaris Server Administrationintermediate
- VMware Virtual Environmentsintermediate
- Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)intermediate
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certificationintermediate
- Top Secret Clearanceintermediate
- ServiceNow Ticketingintermediate
- ITIL v3 Foundationintermediate
- TCP/IP Networkingintermediate
- Cybersecurity Integrationintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of related experience in Windows/Linux server environments (or equivalent) (experience)
- Expertise in at least one of Windows, Linux, or Solaris servers (experience)
- Extensive VMware and VDI experience (experience)
- Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI (experience)
- DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) (experience)
Responsibilities
- Provide mid-level support for VDI environments and ticket escalations during major outages
- Lead onboarding and standup of new enclaves and environments
- Interact with Tier III support and evaluate vendor products
- Develop and monitor policies for computing resource allocation
- Create, maintain, and implement detailed documentation and SOPs
- Apply security settings and commercial best practices
- Coach and review work of lower-level technical staff
- Provide strategic leadership on emerging technologies and customer needs
Benefits
- general: Competitive salary range $92,300 - $166,850
- general: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- general: 401(k) matching and retirement plans
- general: Paid time off and flexible work options
- general: Professional development and tuition reimbursement
- general: Mission-critical defense work with JWICS support
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