$128,000–$214,400 Per Year
Ansible, Auditing, Automation, Bash Scripting, Computer Security, Copying Machines, Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS), Customer Relations, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Data Analysis, DevOps, Docker, Fax Machines, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Government Contracts, Government Intelligence, HTTP (HyperText Transport Protocol), Hardware Administration, Hardware Virtualization, Identity Data Management, Information Technology & Information Systems, Intelligence Agencies, Internet Security, Intrusion Detection Systems, Leadership, Linux Administration, Maintain Compliance, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Network Routers, Network Switching, Office Equipment, Operating Systems, Performance Analysis, Perl Programming Language, Printers, Production Systems, Puppet (Configuration Management), Python Programming/Scripting Language, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Analysis, Security Attacks, Security Auditing, Security Compliance, Software Administration, Software Development, Storage Area Network (SAN), System Test, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, UDP (User Datagram Protocol), VMWare
General information
Requisition #
R68834
Locations
USA-MD-Fort Meade
Posting Date
06/22/2026
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Poly
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now-unleash your potential with MANTECH!
MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Linux Systems Administrator to join our team located in the Fort Meade, MD area.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide comprehensive administration and support for multi-platform operating system environments.
- Design and implement automated security hardening solutions to enhance scalability and streamline operating system deployments.
- Configure and maintain host-based security and intrusion detection systems.
- Monitor system performance and investigate detected anomalies to ensure operational integrity.
- Develop and deploy automation scripts to manage server integration and reduce manual configuration errors.
- Analyze system and security logs to identify and respond to real-time events and provide status updates to leadership.
- Engineer automation workflows for identity and access management to replace manual account provisioning processes.
- Conduct regular audits to verify security compliance and identify potential vulnerabilities or configuration gaps.
- Participate in design and review meetings to provide technical insights, project goals, and status updates to management.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 10+ years of relevant Systems Administration experience; or an Associate's degree with 15+ years' experience.
- 10+ years of experience in systems administration of software and hardware supporting IT system development and testing.
- Extensive experience with Linux administration and enterprise-level operating systems.
- Experience utilizing Ansible or comparable infrastructure-as-code tools.
- Experience with NiFi or cross-domain solutions.
- Experience managing enterprise virtualization platforms (VMware or similar) and associated Storage Area Networks (SAN).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with DevOps tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, SaltStack, or Puppet.
- Proficiency in scripting languages including Python, Bash, or Perl.
- Experience collaborating with teams to integrate and deploy new technologies into production environments.
- Knowledge of network devices (routers, switches, gateways) and protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, DHCP, and DNS.
Clearance Requirement:
- Current/Active TS/SCI with Poly
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
- Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer.
The projected compensation range for this position is $128,000.00-$214,400.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.
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ManTech International Corp
Our Mission
Our mission is empowering our nation through a diverse and skilled workforce securely delivering innovative technology, consulting services and digital solutions for our customers’ mission success, every day.
Our Vision
Our vision is Securing the Future as the most trusted partner for U.S. Defense, Intelligence and Federal Civilian customers through the power of One ManTech. When these agencies think of an essential partner for their national and homeland security needs, they think ManTech.
Our Values
Our values are grounded in a bedrock of truth, integrity and caring for each other and the mission. We hold steadfast to:
• TRUST – We earn and protect the trust of our customers, employees and investors through an enduring foundation of respect, fairness, credibility and honoring our commitments, always.
• INCLUSION – We are an inclusive, diverse and talented workforce with a passion for mission success, intellectual capital, creativity and integrity. Our high ethical standards and investment in our people build confidence with our customers.
• QUALITY– We deliver exceptional quality to customers through differentiated technology solutions and an uncompromising focus on excellence, value and innovation.
5,000 to 9,999 employees
https://www.mantech.com/about