System Administrator

General information

Requisition # R62909 Locations USA-MD-Hanover Posting Date 08/28/2025 Security Clearance Required TS/SCI w/ Poly Remote Type Onsite Time Type Full time

Description & Requirements

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career-oriented System Administrator to join our team in Hanover, Maryland.
 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems
• Manage IT system infrastructure and processes related to those systems.
• Deliver Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) support for problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution for client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc
• Optimize system operations, resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning
• Conduct detailed troubleshooting and provide in-depth IT system support
• Configure and manage UNIX and Windows operating systems; install/load OS software, maintain integrity, and configure network components
• Administer and maintain compliance with customer system security requirements including updates, patching, and reporting on hardware and software components

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university; an additional 5 years of SA experience might be substituted for a degree
• 10+ years of experience as a System Administrator (SA) on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Experience implementing, operating, and monitoring cleared systems
• Experience with automated data backup systems
• Experience implementing and managing Linux/Windows environments
• Experience managing virtualized platforms such as VMware ESXi or vSphere

Security Clearance Requirements:

• Active/Current TS/SCI with Polygraph
   

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to bend, kneel, and reach as needed
• Capable of lifting to 20 lbs.
• Requires walking and performing repetitive motions
• Able to perform sedentary tasks and use a PC and standard office tools for extended periods

The projected compensation range for this position is $125,500.00-$210,200.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opport