Senior Systems Administrator

General Dynamics

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Salary: $229,500–$310,500 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $270k

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This role pays more than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $130,000–$195,442 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $270k versus about $163k for comparable roles.

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

General Dynamics currently has 439 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $112,924–$149,500 across 366 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Systems Administrator

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As a Senior Systems Administrator at GDIT in Annapolis Junction, MD, you will join a dynamic IT team to support and enhance enterprise-level systems. Your day-to-day responsibilities include managing the configuration and operation of IT systems, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring compliance with security policies. You will leverage your expertise in Linux (RHEL, Rocky, Ubuntu), Windows Active Directory, VMware ESXi, GitLab administration, and Ansible automation to optimize system performance and reliability. Additionally, you will collaborate on secure system design and mission architecture while maintaining a strong focus on user support and operational efficiency. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and at least 15 years of relevant experience in IT systems management.

Skills

Linux RHEL Rocky Ubuntu Windows Active Directory LDAP VMware ESXi Ansible Gitlab Netbackup Basic networking Security policies Enterprise security monitoring Log collection Troubleshooting IT systems System configuration and operation Problem identification and resolution IT system support Network components Linux operating systems Server hardware Software integration

What you'll do

Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems.
Manage daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems.
Optimize system operations and resource utilization through capacity analysis and planning.
Troubleshoot complex problems associated with server hardware, applications, and software integration.
Configure and manage Linux operating systems and network components to enhance reliability and performance.
Support the design of secure systems and mission architecture along with associated hardware.
Communicate status updates to agency management and internal customers regarding IT system issues.

What we're looking for

15+ years of IT systems administration experience
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required
Expertise in Linux (RHEL, Rocky, Ubuntu) and VMware ESXi management
Proficiency in Ansible for automation and GitLab administration
Experience implementing and enforcing security policies and integrating with enterprise monitoring systems

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