SMX
Systems Administrator (4600)
Location:
Patuxent River NAS, southern Maryland
Job Summary:
SMX is looking for a highly motivated Systems Administrator with demonstrated experience to maintain the various systems used in a Software Development program. This position will provide onsite support at Patuxent River NAS in southern Maryland.
Responsibilities:
Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system.
Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users
Assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems
Perform maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
Oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
Optimize the functionality and performance of hardware and software systems
Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans and capabilities
Plan for authorized service interruptions and outages
Respond to unexpected or unauthorized service interruptions and outages
Diagnose software and hardware failures to resolution
Implement and ensure security preventive measures are fully functioning
Test operating system and software upgrades, patches, and hot fixes
Required Skills and Experience:
Clearance Required: Top Secret (An interim TS is required to start; will consider upgrading candidate from Secret)
BS or BA degree in a Technical Discipline (High school diploma and 6 years’ additional experience within these functional duties; or an associate's degree and 4 additional years may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree.)
5+ years performing the functional duties for this position
Operating System certificate (Linux) and COMPTIA Security + or other DOD INST 8570 compliant qualification
Knowledge of system administration principles, theories, and concepts
Experience with Linux OS
Application Deadline:
11/17/2025
Salary:
$87,600 USD - $146,000 USD
At SMX, we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position.
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Information Technology
Industries:
IT Services and IT Consulting
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Patuxent River NAS, southern Maryland
Job Summary:
SMX is looking for a highly motivated Systems Administrator with demonstrated experience to maintain the various systems used in a Software Development program. This position will provide onsite support at Patuxent River NAS in southern Maryland.
Responsibilities:
Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system.
Monitor network to ensure network availability to all system users
Assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems
Perform maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
Oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
Optimize the functionality and performance of hardware and software systems
Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans and capabilities
Plan for authorized service interruptions and outages
Respond to unexpected or unauthorized service interruptions and outages
Diagnose software and hardware failures to resolution
Implement and ensure security preventive measures are fully functioning
Test operating system and software upgrades, patches, and hot fixes
Required Skills and Experience:
Clearance Required: Top Secret (An interim TS is required to start; will consider upgrading candidate from Secret)
BS or BA degree in a Technical Discipline (High school diploma and 6 years’ additional experience within these functional duties; or an associate's degree and 4 additional years may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree.)
5+ years performing the functional duties for this position
Operating System certificate (Linux) and COMPTIA Security + or other DOD INST 8570 compliant qualification
Knowledge of system administration principles, theories, and concepts
Experience with Linux OS
Application Deadline:
11/17/2025
Salary:
$87,600 USD - $146,000 USD
At SMX, we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position.
Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Information Technology
Industries:
IT Services and IT Consulting
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