{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"2ffc671035ac0605ca4e3eda","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2ffc671035ac0605ca4e3eda","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/2ffc671035ac0605ca4e3eda","title":"System Administrator","description":"Description:\nWho we are:\nAt Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 20 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations.\nWhat we do:\nOur vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation’s toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations.\nWhy ANS:\nAt ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let’s ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.\nApplied Network Solutions, Inc. is seeking a TS/SCI Polygraph cleared System Administrator – Level 2 & 3 to join our team in Fort Meade, MD.\nRequirements:\nPosition Details:\nProvides 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 of 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\nimplementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.\nResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:\nProvide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems\nProvide Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems\nManage the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems\nProvide assistance to users in accessing and using IT systems\nProvide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems\nProvide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.\nProvide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers\nOptimize system operations and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning\nProvide in-depth experience in trouble-shooting IT systems\nProvide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets\nProvide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process\nConfigure and manage UNIX and Windows (or other applicable) operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance\nSupport the design of systems, mission architecture and associated hardware\nPossess a working knowledge and understanding of system administration interdependencies as part of the Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)\nAnalyze and resolve complex problems associated with server hardware, applications and software integration\nAdditional Day to Day Details as follows:\nWork on Cisco switches looking for compliance issues using the following:\nCLI Analyzer (creating ssh sessions)\nSolarWinds\nCiscoIdentity Service (ISE)\nSTE SSP Compliance Tool\nHelping with deploying and removing devices from networks (workstations and switches):\nPhysically\nAnd using Cisco CLI Analyzer\nHelping System Administrators find systems using:\nCisco CLI Analyzer\nSolarWinds\nCisco ISE\nChecking and clearing JIRA tickets identified by: Jira Ticketing System\nRequirements:\nTen (10) years' experience as a System Administrator\nBachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years of additional related experience may be substituted for a degree.\nActive TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph\nIAT I or II Certification\nBenefits:\nANS offers excellent compensation along with a generous benefits package to include:\nFamily Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage\nPet Discount Program\nPTO (Paid Time Off)\nMaternity/ Paternity Leave\nSupplemental Military Leave Pay\n11 Paid Holidays\n401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution\nGenerous Professional Development Program\n100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability\n100% Employer paid Life Insurance\nSupplemental Whole Life Insurance\nLucrative Referral Bonus Program\nAnnual Allowance for ANS Swag\nPotential for Paid Overtime\nFlexible Work Schedules\nApplied Network Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.\n*Disclaimer: Salary is an open band for Indeed purposes and may not accurately represent the salary band for this position*","company":"Applied Network Solutions","rawCompany":"applied network solutions","city":"Annapolis Junction","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:39:51.704Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1231.00","title":"Computer Network Support Specialists","slug":"computer-network-support-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"System Administrator","description":"Description:\nWho we are:\nAt Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. 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