Systems Administrator

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
Suitland, MD
Salary
$92,300–$166,850 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Competitive pay

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role pays more than 56% of similar roles. Most pay $107,500–$142,697 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $125k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 446 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 361 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Administrator

The Systems Administrator supports the Office of Naval Intelligence by providing critical IT and cybersecurity support for systems used in Scientific and Technical Intelligence analysis. This role involves maintaining advanced workstations, graphics systems, and laboratory equipment used for engineering analysis and parametric modeling. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting Windows and macOS systems, performing Active Directory administration, managing SCCM deployments, and handling SQL Server troubleshooting. The position requires implementing Security Technical Implementation Guide configurations and managing configuration records using ServiceNow or Remedy AR. Technical skills include Microsoft Azure Cloud Administration, RMF compliance, and STIG updates. The work ensures system reliability and security for foreign material exploitation and national security operations, requiring adherence to various DoD, Navy, and ONI policies while maintaining standard operating procedures and security accreditation activities.

What does a Systems Administrator earn?

Median $115000 from 53 postings across 5 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues involving Windows systems, hardware, software, and network components.
  • Support Windows 11 upgrades, system maintenance, software updates, and hardware replacements.
  • Perform Active Directory administration, including account creation and Group Policy updates.
  • Support SCCM deployments and perform SQL Server troubleshooting.
  • Implement and maintain Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) configurations and updates.
  • Track and document change requests and trouble tickets using ServiceNow or Remedy AR.
  • Maintain configuration management records, asset lifecycle documentation, and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Assist with Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities and compliance with DoD and Navy policies.

What we're looking for

  • Active TS/SCI clearance in DISS and required program access.
  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience or a Master's degree with 6+ years of experience.
  • Active DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (such as CompTIA Security+ CE) or the ability to obtain within 30 days.
  • 5+ years of Windows Systems Administration experience, including Windows 11 upgrades and hardware, software, and networking components.
  • Hands-on experience with Active Directory, SCCM deployments, SQL Server troubleshooting, Group Policy management, and STIG implementation.
  • Experience with IT infrastructure installation, evaluation, maintenance, and Microsoft Azure Cloud Administration.
  • Knowledge and experience with C&A, DIACAP, RMF, ICD-503, and/or NIST Framework requirements.
  • Experience with Lynex administration (preferred); current Microsoft Azure certification(s) (preferred); active TS/SCI with polygraph (preferred).

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