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Systems Administrator Senior

Castalia Systems
Bolling, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026
Job Type: Full- Time

Workplace Type: Onsite at JBAB, Washington, DC

Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph


Job Summary

Castalia Systems is currently searching for a Systems Administrator Senior to support the sustainment of two critical operating systems onsite at JBAB in Washington, DC. This critical position will be a great fit for a driven Systems Administrator/Engineer to join our team.

Roles and Responsibilities

A qualified candidate will perform the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:
  • Plans and leads major technology assignments.
  • Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success.
  • Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments.
  • May supervise others.
  • Must have experience with the following principal technologies: Java, Java Persistence API (JPA), Java Web Services (JAX-RS), Java Cryptography Extension (JCE), Hibernate, Spring, JavaScript, Apache Ant, Apache HTTPD, and Apache Tomcat
  • Experience working with these Databases: Apache Solr, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and OracleDB
  • Proven experience working on these platforms: Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8, and 9,
  • Must have an understanding of FIPS mode, SELinux, firewall daemon (firewalld), file access policy daemon (fapolicyd), and basic system administration

Required Qualifications:
  • Shall possess a Master's degree with 8 years of related experience OR a Bachelor's degree with 10 years of related experience with at least a portion of the experience within the last 2 years.
  • Security certification

Desired Qualifications:
  • Proficient cloud computing experience
  • Proficient digital security experience
  • Knowledge of and experience with SQL

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Normal office environment working normal core hours with requirements to come onsite for any unforeseen outages.

Travel

Less than 5%.

Company Description

Castalia Systems is a proven business partner providing mission critical solutions to the Federal Government. We provide cutting edge solutions from Securing and Managing Data to Systems Engineering and Development. Castalia Systems is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence Design and Application.

With our vast knowledge of our customers needs and relevant technology, our team is able to bring successful solutions to every mission. We are one-upping our competitors by providing premium IT solutions and platforms with cutting-edge technology so it's so evident when you compare us with anyone.

Compensation

At Castalia Systems, we provide you with opportunities and choices and support your total well-being. Our benefits include: Medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, generous PTO, paid holidays, professional training opportunities, and even pet insurance to ensure your furry friends are cared for too. All regularly scheduled employees working at least 30 hours per week are eligible to participate in Castalia Systems benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits.

Salary at Castalia Systems is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, position knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $190,000.00 to $200,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Castalia Systems total compensation package for employees.

Disclaimer

Castalia Systems is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and strives to comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, HIV-positive status, as well as any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful, and all persons involved in the operations of the company are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct.

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