Systems Administrator SA1 | TS/SCI w/MD poly required

Systems Administrator  

SA1

Salary Range:$141-163K

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD 

Security Clearance Required: TS/SCI with MD polygraph

Job Description

We are seeking System Administrator support for development and production environments for a mission-critical Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) system. Responsibilities include creating, configuring, and deploying Docker containers into Kubernetes clusters.  This position will be responsible for coordination with multiple development teams to integrate web applications, Web services, databases, and directories in order to provide and maintain fully operational, highly available enterprise level services. This will also include monitoring the operational services and troubleshooting issues as they arise.

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 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 to improve reliability and performance.

About US:

Capstone Technology Partners delivers mission-ready cybersecurity, engineering, and AI-enhanced software solutions for federal defense clients. We combine deep technical expertise with a people-first culture to help modernize securely, accelerate capability delivery, and strengthen operational resilience. Our work supports DoW, with proven experience in ICAM, Zero Trust, cloud-native engineering, and secure Agile development.  

Capstone is built on Collaboration, Culture, Connection, and Community. Values that guide every engagement and every mission we support. We deliver secure, scalable solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of our clients’ operations.  

Desired Skills/ Experience with:

• Linux (Centos, RedHat)

• Docker

• Kubernetes

• Harbor

• Directories (LDAP and/or active directory)

• Application Servers (JBOSS)

• AWS Cloud Computing Services (VPC, EC2, AWS CLI, S3)

• Cloud automation (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, CloudFormation)

• Configuration and Maintenance of Virtual Machines (VCenter/VMWare)

• PKI Experience (e.g.,  x.509, general certificate management processes and certificate lifecycle management)

• Scripting languages (e.g., Python, bash, etc.)

• OS and Software application patching (e.g., IAVA, Version updates)

• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and GitLab

• Networking/Load Balancing/Proxy

• Databases (e.g. Oracle, Mongo)

• Attention to detail and time management.

• Excellent communications skills

• Ability to provide after-hours call-in support.

• Ability to obtain privileged access.

Requires:

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI with MD polygraph 

• 7 years of System Administration experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. 4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree for a total of 11 years.

• DoD 8570 compliance with IAT Level I or higher is required if COR determines that the position's activities include CWIP activities.

Benefits:

Capstone offers a very competitive benefits package because we care about our employees. Our offerings including: 

• Four (4) weeks paid time

• Eleven Paid Holidays 

• 401k plan with 4% employer contributions and immediate vesting plus annual 3% contruibution

• Annual Bonuses for performance

• Medical, Dental, and Vision and insurance 

• Education and Training budget provided

• Technical Certification and coursework budget for computer/program expenses

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Amazon Prime Membership Reimbursement

• Birthday Club

• Capstone Swag