D2 Consulting
Geospatial Systems Engineer (Linux / Tier 3 Administrator)
D2 Consulting, Springfield, Virginia, us, 22161
Springfield, VA
ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED
Location: Springfield, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI required Travel: Occasional (for installation, repair, and disaster recovery) Join a Mission That Matters We’re looking for a
highly skilled and mission-driven Linux/UNIX Systems Administrator - Geospatial Systems
to join our elite team supporting a critical intelligence customer. If you're a seasoned Linux Administrator with a passion for cutting-edge technology and national security, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
As a
Senior Systems Administrator (Tier 3) , you'll be the go-to expert managing complex IT infrastructure that spans the globe. This isn’t your average desk job — you’ll solve high-stakes problems, contribute to a fast-moving mission, and collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
Own the day-to-day administration of multiple RHEL servers, enterprise storage systems, and networked environments
Serve as a Tier 3 escalation point — diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving complex technical issues
Support and maintain mission-critical systems remotely across global sites
Create and maintain detailed technical documentation
Monitor system performance and ensure reliability and uptime of server/storage infrastructure
Collaborate with engineers across contracts to produce secure, scalable system designs
Engage with stakeholders and SMEs to document and improve operational environments
Participate in an on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations
Travel as needed for system installation, repair, and disaster recovery
What You’ll Bring Basic Qualifications:
10+ years of experience as a Linux/UNIX Systems Administrator in enterprise-scale, multi-site environments
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Strong documentation and communication skills
8570 Compliant (Security+ or equivalent)
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Willingness to support occasional after-hours operations
Preferred Qualifications:
Confident presenting to technical and non-technical leadership
Familiarity with customer-specific processes and production environments
Team-first attitude with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Experience supporting or using geospatial tools and applications
Bonus Points If You Have:
Deep expertise in Linux/Unix systems administration
Experience with Oracle/SQL Databases
STIG hardening and DISA compliance
Certification & Accreditation (C&A) processes
Licensing and software asset management
VMWare and other virtualization platforms
Scripting (Perl, KSH, or similar)
What You'll Get in Return Hands-on experience with:
LAN/WAN & firewall technologies
Backup and disaster recovery solutions (NetBackup, Cohesity, Veeam)
Next-gen Geospatial & AI-driven technologies (including GenAI and Agentic AI)
Why This Role? Impact:
Your work directly supports national defense and intelligence operations
Innovation:
Work with cutting-edge tools in an ever-evolving technical landscape
Growth:
Expand your skills across system architecture, data storage, virtualization, and AI
Community:
Join a team of experts who are passionate about what they do and committed to supporting one another
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to appropriate guidelines.
Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $145-155k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!
E.E.O. Statement As set forth in D2 Consulting’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIRED
Location: Springfield, VA Clearance: Active TS/SCI required Travel: Occasional (for installation, repair, and disaster recovery) Join a Mission That Matters We’re looking for a
highly skilled and mission-driven Linux/UNIX Systems Administrator - Geospatial Systems
to join our elite team supporting a critical intelligence customer. If you're a seasoned Linux Administrator with a passion for cutting-edge technology and national security, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
As a
Senior Systems Administrator (Tier 3) , you'll be the go-to expert managing complex IT infrastructure that spans the globe. This isn’t your average desk job — you’ll solve high-stakes problems, contribute to a fast-moving mission, and collaborate with some of the best minds in the industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
Own the day-to-day administration of multiple RHEL servers, enterprise storage systems, and networked environments
Serve as a Tier 3 escalation point — diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving complex technical issues
Support and maintain mission-critical systems remotely across global sites
Create and maintain detailed technical documentation
Monitor system performance and ensure reliability and uptime of server/storage infrastructure
Collaborate with engineers across contracts to produce secure, scalable system designs
Engage with stakeholders and SMEs to document and improve operational environments
Participate in an on-call rotation to support 24/7 operations
Travel as needed for system installation, repair, and disaster recovery
What You’ll Bring Basic Qualifications:
10+ years of experience as a Linux/UNIX Systems Administrator in enterprise-scale, multi-site environments
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Strong documentation and communication skills
8570 Compliant (Security+ or equivalent)
Active TS/SCI Clearance
Willingness to support occasional after-hours operations
Preferred Qualifications:
Confident presenting to technical and non-technical leadership
Familiarity with customer-specific processes and production environments
Team-first attitude with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
Experience supporting or using geospatial tools and applications
Bonus Points If You Have:
Deep expertise in Linux/Unix systems administration
Experience with Oracle/SQL Databases
STIG hardening and DISA compliance
Certification & Accreditation (C&A) processes
Licensing and software asset management
VMWare and other virtualization platforms
Scripting (Perl, KSH, or similar)
What You'll Get in Return Hands-on experience with:
LAN/WAN & firewall technologies
Backup and disaster recovery solutions (NetBackup, Cohesity, Veeam)
Next-gen Geospatial & AI-driven technologies (including GenAI and Agentic AI)
Why This Role? Impact:
Your work directly supports national defense and intelligence operations
Innovation:
Work with cutting-edge tools in an ever-evolving technical landscape
Growth:
Expand your skills across system architecture, data storage, virtualization, and AI
Community:
Join a team of experts who are passionate about what they do and committed to supporting one another
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to appropriate guidelines.
Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $145-155k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!
E.E.O. Statement As set forth in D2 Consulting’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
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