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Enterprise - Systems Administrator - Linux, VM

Erias Ventures
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

We are seeking a System Administrator that provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems. Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. Provides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements and updates to improve reliability, security and performance.

  • Stand up, configure, and maintain Linux servers
  • Monitoring and patching/upgrades to standard networking resources (routers, switches, firewalls)
  • Monitoring and patching/upgrades to servers and VM hardware
  • Assist and incorporate security compliance controls as applicable
  • Support documentation of non-applicable controls
  • Assist with installation of new or replacement hardware or software
  • Configure and integrate hardware or software with existing networked infrastructure
  • Assist with decommission and/or removal of obsolete, excess, or replaced hardware
  • Document inventory changes

This position may allow for partial telework.

Clearance

A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required. Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position.

Experience Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Required Skills

  • Proficient with Linux. Minimum of three (3) years of Linux system administration experience (within the last 3 years).
  • Experience with patching and upgrading Linux servers and networking resources.
  • VM experience
  • Security cert

Desired skills: Should have working knowledge, able to use and or support, with some (preferably most) of the following resources and tools.

  • Dell and HPE Linux servers.
  • Juniper and Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Palo Alto Firewalls.
  • Alto
  • Nutanix - VM management
  • Rubrik - data storage
  • Nomad containers
  • SALT scripts
  • LibreNMS
  • NetBox

Benefits

Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $195,000 - $215,000.

Wealth Benefits

  • Above Market Hourly Pay
  • 11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
  • Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
  • Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits:

  • Company subsidized Medical Coverage
  • 100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
  • 100% Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance
  • Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits:

  • Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
  • Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
  • Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
  • Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
  • Onboarding and Annual Swag
  • Company Paid Professional Development and Training

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Referrals & Inquiries

Do you know a cleared professional seeking to advance their career? Interested in earning some extra cash? If so, refer them to us with their name and contact details, and you could be eligible for a referral bonus of up to $10,000 for each successful hire.

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Please Send Referrals And Inquiries To

jobs@eriasventures.com

To learn more about our company visit our webpage or LinkedIn.

Salary : $195,000 - $215,000

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