Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$92k–$167k/yr
About Leidos Leidos is a FORTUNE 500® company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security, engineering, and health industries. We deliver innovative solutions throug…
Skills: System Administration, UNIX, Linux, Windows, Virtualization
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$87k–$157k/yr
About Leidos Leidos is a FORTUNE 500® company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security, engineering, and health industries. We deliver innovative solutions throug…
Skills: Software Engineering, Linux, Splunk, Python, Java
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$126k–$141k/yr
About ARSIEM Corporation At ARSIEM Corporation we are committed to fostering a proven and trusted partnership with our government clients. We provide support to multiple agencies across the United States Government. ARSI…
Skills: Python, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Models, Software Development
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$104k–$218k/yr
Job Title: Full‑Stack Software Engineer (React/Python) Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Requ…
Skills: React, Python, Django, JavaScript, SQL
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you motivated to apply your systems engineering skills to inform the future of our nation' s architecture to secure our interests in, from, and going to space? Do you enjoy finding innovative solutions to…
Skills: Systems engineering, Kill chain analysis, Space-based defense, Requirements decomposition, Python
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Would you like the opportunity to influence the design and integration of DoD and Navy Command and Control (C2) Systems used to defend the homeland and Navy ships? Do you want to make significant contribution…
Skills: AFSIM, C++, Python, MATLAB, Modeling and simulation
Laurel, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Description Would you be excited to architect complete embedded systems from hardware through firmware to software? Are you interested in developing advanced hardware-in-the-loop test systems supporting cutting edge opti…
Skills: Embedded systems, Hardware-in-the-loop, C++, FPGA firmware, VHDL
Laurel, Maryland, United States · Hybrid
Description Do you love developing high-performance, reliable software? Are you eager to take initiative and work on projects across a wide ranging problem space, from high-reliability to rapid prototyping? Do you want t…
Skills: C, C++, Digital signal processing, Embedded software development, Git
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Themis Insight solves difficult business, IT, and analytic problems by addressing the whole problem – not just the symptoms – using interdisciplinary approaches that are both practical and innovative. We provide fresh al…
Skills: Linux, DevOps, Kubernetes, Ansible, Rancher
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$104k–$218k/yr
Job Title: Cloud Application Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type o…
Skills: Python, AWS, Cloud hosting, Network infrastructure, PKI
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$104k–$218k/yr
Job Title: Cloud Application Engineer Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type o…
Skills: Python, AWS, Cloud hosting, Network infrastructure, PKI
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you passionate about learning how things work and making them better? Do you want the chance to push the boundaries of cyber defense? Are you excited about working with others to solve some of the nation&…
Skills: Cybersecurity, Software engineering, Systems engineering, Java, Kotlin
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you an aspiring computer scientist or engineer following the latest breakthroughs in AI? Do you want to conduct foundational AI research driven by pressing national security challenges? Does working in a …
Skills: Python, PyTorch, AI research, Machine learning, Foundation models
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you searching for engaging work with an employer that prioritizes impact, innovation, and personal development? Are you eager to expand on the foundation of your academic work? Are you motivated to apply …
Skills: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Software Engineering, DevOps
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$66k–$119k/yr
About Leidos Leidos is a FORTUNE 500® company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security, engineering, and health industries. We deliver innovative solutions throug…
Skills: Technical writing, Documentation lifecycle, Software documentation, Systems engineering documentation, Technical research
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$45/hr–$119/hr
At Wyetech, you’ll be at the center of an award-winning corporate culture, breaking technological barriers and solving real-world problems for our federal government customers. We are committed to hiring the best of the …
Skills: Systems Engineering, Enterprise Architecture, Requirements Engineering, Hybrid Environment Engineering, Feasibility Studies
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$104k–$166k/yr
Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Network Engineer (Deployment Technician) to join our dynamic team in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. Our team provides full spectrum network connectivity including architecture, eng…
Skills: Network engineering, Network security, Systems engineering, Cloud engineering, Site surveys
Lentech, Inc.Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$185k–$198k/yr
Description:Analyzes user’s requirements, concept of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications.Analyzes system requirements and leads design and development a…
Skills: Systems Engineering, IT Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Requirements Engineering, Cloud Environments
Lentech, Inc.Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
$140k–$150k/yr
Description:This team helps vet and onboard DIB companies with the variety of services the CCC Partnerships Team offers.Perform basic Linux tasks to include SSH to remotely connect to a linux machine, install software in…
Skills: Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Terraform
Laurel, Maryland, United States · On-site
Description Are you searching for a place to build upon the foundation of your academic work? Are you searching for engaging work with an employer that prioritizes impact, innovation, and personal development? Are you lo…
Skills: Machine learning, Data science, Software engineering, Artificial intelligence, Computer vision
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The Senior System Administrator will manage the daily configuration, operation, and maintenance of IT systems across diverse environments including UNIX, Linux, and Windows. They will also provide advanced troubleshooting and Tier 2 support to resolve complex technical issues and ensure system integrity.
Candidates must possess a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and at least ten years of relevant system administration experience. A bachelor's degree in a technical discipline is required, though additional experience may be substituted for the degree.
Leidos is a FORTUNE 500® company bringing a mix of innovative technology and sector expertise to customers in the national security, engineering, and health industries. We deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. Guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values, Leidos empowers its teams, contributes to its communities, and operates sustainably—always with a commitment to doing the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.
The Leidos Intel Sector combines technology-enabled services and mission software capabilities in the areas of cyber, logistics, security operations, and decision analytics to support Intelligence Community customers as they address evolving national security challenges.
Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior System Administrator to support the implementation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems and infrastructure. You will manage day-to-day system operations across client/server, storage, network, mobile, and virtual environments while diagnosing technical problems and supporting reliable system performance.
You will administer UNIX, Linux, Windows, and virtual operating environments; support escalated technical issues; configure network components; implement operating-system enhancements; and provide detailed technical analysis to agency management and internal customers.
Reliable IT infrastructure requires experienced administrators who can move beyond routine operations to diagnose complex problems, support escalated issues, maintain system integrity, and improve performance.
As a Senior System Administrator, you will help ensure critical IT systems remain available, reliable, secure, and responsive to operational needs.
Manage daily configuration and operation of IT systems.
Support implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems and associated infrastructure.
Monitor and support day-to-day operations across client/server, storage, network, mobile, and related devices.
Configure and manage UNIX, Linux, Windows, virtual, and other applicable operating-system environments.
Install and load operating-system software, troubleshoot system issues, and maintain system integrity.
Configure network components and implement operating-system enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
Optimize system operations and resource utilization and perform system-capacity analysis and planning.
Support security and STE/STN compliance of system software and hardware as required.
Provide in-depth troubleshooting of IT systems.
Assist users in accessing and using IT systems.
Provide Tier 1 Help Desk and Tier 2 escalation support for problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution.
Support dispatch-system and hardware problems and remain engaged through resolution.
Provide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets.
Communicate system status, technical issues, and resolution progress to agency management and internal customers.
TS/SCI with Polygraph at the time of Application, to be considered for the position.
Ten (10) years of System Administration experience supporting programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) additional years of System Administration experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
An industry & technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient innovations
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government & commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.
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