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Systems Administrator Level 2

Markon
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2026
Systems Administrator Level 2
Location US-MD-Annapolis Junction
ID 2026-8152
Category Information Technology Position Type Full-Time Remote No Clearance Level TS/SCI FS Poly
Description

Markon is seeking a System Administrator Level 2 to support the Fort Meade Customer. This role will support the Customer by deploying, managing, and scaling containerized applications and supporting infrastructure in a secure, mission-critical environment. This position will play a key role in maintaining Kubernetes-based platforms and ensuring high availability, performance, and operational reliability.

Responsibilities
    Deploy, manage, and scale applications and infrastructure supporting the DEFSMAC mission.
  • Administer and maintain RKE2/Kubernetes cluster environments.
  • Manage and support containerized applications using Docker.
  • Perform system administration tasks within Unix/Linux environments, including troubleshooting and performance tuning.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash.
  • Monitor system health, availability, and performance across containerized environments.
  • Troubleshoot infrastructure and application-level issues across compute, storage, and networking layers.
  • Support configuration management, system updates, and security compliance efforts.
  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to support continuous integration and deployment workflows.
  • Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and operational support.
Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline plus 10 years of relevant experience,
    OR 15 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Hands-on experience with RKE2 and Kubernetes administration.
  • Experience with Docker and containerized environments.
  • Strong experience administering Unix/Linux systems.
  • Proficiency in Bash scripting.
  • Experience deploying and managing scalable infrastructure in mission-focused environments.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Salary Range
USD $150,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

The Markon pay range for this position 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.
Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs - we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make - which is why we're consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation's most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters - bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients' missions.

Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Benefits Offered: 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, and Holidays.


Markon Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

 

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