Systems Administrator / Systems Engineer

Markon

Systems Administrator/Engineer supporting Fort Meade with innovative technical solutions. Responsible for designing, building, and maintaining technical capabilities while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Posted 6/9/2026full-timeFort Meade • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ApacheAWSDockerJavaJavaScriptKubernetesLinuxPerlPythonTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, build, and maintain new technical solutions and system capabilities
Administer and support virtual machine environments, including patching, updates, and system configuration management
Enhance existing applications through the integration of new technologies and capabilities
Evaluate and prototype emerging technologies to address customer requirements
Assist customers in understanding technical options and developing future-state solutions
Support system engineering, architecture, and technology modernization initiatives
Troubleshoot and resolve system, application, and infrastructure issues
Collaborate with software developers, engineers, and stakeholders to implement mission-focused solutions
Document system configurations, processes, and technical recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred
5+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator, Systems Engineer, or related technical professional
Experience supporting system administration, engineering, architecture, or design efforts in software development or enterprise environments
Hands-on experience with one or more of the following: Linux system administration, AWS architecture, design, and provisioning, Python, Perl, Cross-domain solutions, RESTful web services
Experience with Windows and Linux environments strongly preferred
Experience with Java or JavaScript, Apache NiFi, Docker, Kubernetes, Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence, etc.) is a plus
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment
Demonstrated customer-service mindset and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Training and Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Linux system administrationAWS architecturePythonPerlCross-domain solutionsRESTful web servicesWindows environmentsJavaJavaScriptApache NiFi

Soft Skills

analytical skillstroubleshooting skillsproblem-solving skillsorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillscommunication skillscustomer-service mindsetability to manage multiple prioritiesability to work independentlyability to work in a dynamic environment

Certifications

Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph