Base-2 Solutions

Systems Administrator 3

Base-2 Solutions • $151K — $172K *
Bethesda, MD 20817In-Person
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience of 6 years in systems administration.
  • Expertise in Linux systems administration, particularly RHEL/CentOS and Ubuntu.
  • Proven experience with patching and virtual server builds.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Experience working in air-gapped environments.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Linux and Windows builds, installations, configurations, and troubleshooting.
  • Implement DISA STIG compliance across all systems and networks.
  • Develop and maintain server builds for both virtual and physical environments.
  • Manage and deploy Kubernetes, Rancher, and Helm platforms.
  • Create scripts for patching, configuration, and automation using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Utilize Salt and Ansible for efficient infrastructure automation.
  • Administer and optimize AWS cloud environments, including provisioning and monitoring.

Benefits

  • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents.
  • 401(k) with 8% total company contribution and immediate vesting.
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO) and 11 paid floating holidays.
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 for successful hires.
  • Flexible work schedules enabling better work-life balance.
Full Job Description
  • Requisition ID: 2500
  • Standard Title: Systems Administrator
  • Required Security Clearance: Top Secret/SCI
  • Location: Bethesda, MD
  • Work Type: Hybrid (On-Site and Remote)
  • Shift: First
  • Referral Eligibility: Eligible
  • U.S. Citizenship Required? Yes


Pay Range

$151,903.55 - $172,157.35 Annually

Position Summary

Support the OSINT Integration Center under the DOMEX Technology Platform contract as a Systems Administrator 3 focused on Linux and Windows systems administration, performance optimization, and user support.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform Linux and Windows builds, installations, configurations, administration, and troubleshooting.
  • Implement and enforce DISA STIG compliance across systems and networks.
  • Develop and maintain server builds for virtual and physical environments.
  • Manage and deploy Kubernetes, Rancher, and Helm.
  • Develop scripts for patching, configuration, and automation using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
  • Use Salt and Ansible for infrastructure automation.
  • Administer AWS cloud environments including provisioning, monitoring, and optimization.
  • Provide service desk coverage between 6 AM and 6 PM, Monday through Friday, on a rotational basis.
Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.
  • Bachelor's degree with a minimum of six years of experience in the category field. Three additional years of experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
  • Expertise in Linux systems administration, including RHEL/CentOS and Ubuntu.
  • Experience with patching and virtual server builds.
  • Familiarity with Agile project management and security requirements derivation.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Experience working in air-gapped environments.
  • Ability to obtain Privileged User Account certification by the Government.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Rancher, and infrastructure-as-code tools such as AWS CloudFormation.
  • Familiarity with ArgoCD, Jenkins, and GitLab.
  • Knowledge of the ELK stack and beats.
  • Experience with Active Directory in a Linux environment.
  • Background maintaining AI/ML environments and large data storage solutions.
Required Education and Experience Equivalency
EducationYears of ExperienceHigh School Diploma/GED9Associates Degree9Bachelors' Degree6Masters' Degree6PhD6Required Certifications
  • None specified.
Required Security Clearance
  • Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI Polygraph.


Pay & Benefit Highlights
Compensation
  • Competitive fixed salary or hourly pay (based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity).
  • Employee referral bonuses up to $10,000 per hired referral.
  • Additional bonus opportunities for exceptional performance and contributions to business development and company growth (role-dependent).
Health
  • 100% company-paid medical premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Choose from multiple plan options with CareFirst, Kaiser, and UnitedHealthcare, including PPO, POS, HMO, and HSA-compatible plans.
  • 100% company-paid dental premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
  • 100% company-paid vision premiums for employees and eligible dependents.
Income Protection
  • 100% company-paid premiums for short-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for long-term disability.
  • 100% company-paid premiums for accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D).
  • 100% company-paid premiums for life insurance up to $200,000.
Retirement
  • 401(k) with immediate vesting: 4% company match plus a 4% non-elective company contribution (8% total).
  • 401(k) pre-tax and Roth options.
Leave
  • Up to 20 days of flexible paid time off (PTO).
  • 11 paid floating holidays.
Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible work schedules, including flex time and compressed work periods (contract and project-dependent).

About Base-2 Solutions

Base-2 Solutions delivers technical solutions in software engineering, cyber security, cloud computing, big data, DevSecOp, and data analytics. They have prior experience in software development from the front end to the back end. SQL to JavaScript. They are code experts who use the most modern software libraries, frameworks, and tools in an agile development environment.

Base-2 Solutions Careers

Joining Base-2 Solutions offers a unique opportunity to enhance a career with a company known for its innovation and leadership in the technology sector. Base-2 Solutions is actively seeking professionals who are passionate about using their skills to make a significant impact in a diverse and dynamic environment.

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Base-2 Solutions places a high value on professional growth, offering extensive training and development programs that include leadership training and diversity workshops. The commitment to professional development ensures that every employee has the resources and opportunities to advance their career.

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Recognizing the importance of a balanced life, Base-2 Solutions offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the well-being of its team members and their families. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as wellness programs that promote a healthy work-life balance.

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