System Administrator (Junior-Senior)

System Administrator (Junior-Senior)Fort Meade, MDClear Ridge Defense is seeking a TS/SCI w/ poly cleared professional to serve as a System Administrator in Fort Meade, Maryland.Roles and ResponsibilitiesYou will...Install and maintain operability of commercial off the shelf computer and IT equipmentWork individually and as part of a teamPerform a variety of information technology/infrastructure activities, as well as IT inventory managementMust-HavesTop Secret clearance with polygraph.Minimum 2+ years of experience supporting computers running Windows NT, Unix or Linux operating systems2+ years supporting Java development activities, including applets, Java Server Pages and J2EE frameworks such as Hibernate, Spring, Struts or Java Server FacesExperience with external network communications such as NSANetExceptional interpersonal communication skills.Proficiency in working with applicable network devices to include repeaters, bridges, routers, gateways and hubsNice-to-HavesBachelor's degree or higherRelevant cybersecurity certifications (Net+, Sec+, etc)Leadership experienceAdditional InformationRanking #5 in Maryland and #7 in Government Services! And see how we were ranked a 2025 Top Workplace by the Baltimore Sun!Clear Ridge Defense is the premier service solutions provider supporting the Service and Joint cyberspace operations and intelligence community in three core areas of expertise:Cyber Systems & Software EngineeringCyber Intelligence & Operations PlanningSecurity Risk Analysis, Mitigation & TrainingAll delivered by highly talented and focused team members that are supported by an unmatched professional and family-oriented culture that leverages and builds on sound, proven principles.Benefits Snapshot:100% Fully-Covered Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance100% Fully-Covered Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance100% Fully-Covered Life and AD&D InsuranceUnique Flexible PTO11 Paid Federal Holidays$500 New Uniform Bonus for Transitioning MilitaryMonthly Tax-Free Cell Phone StipendMonthly Tax-Free Gym Wellness / Streaming Subscription Stipend to include Amazon Prime, Netflix, Audible, etc.Competitive 401k Matching to plan for retirementFree financial advising from qualified expertsAnnual $5,000 Training AllotmentOne-of-a-kind Referral Program: $250/mo indefinitely per successful referral, with no limit to number of referralsBusiness Development and Client Expansion BonusesMonthly Company-Paid Socials and EventsAccess to our Company Swag StoreCRD fully supports Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work – Wage Range Transparency law, which mandates employers to provide detailed wage and benefits information in all job postings. The salary range for this position is:$120,000 - $200,000/ yearSalary ranges provided are subject to the following variables and circumstances, which may impact whether the actual paid salary falls within the range:The contract the employee is assigned to support.

For example, this advertised position may support multiple contracts.The negotiated rates between CRD and our client.The option year of the contract the employee is assigned to.Annual performance of the employee and/or the company.If the employee takes on additional company responsibilities.If the company makes a strategic hiring decision (e.g., investment in the employee) for growth opportunities.If the employee does not meet the qualifications fully but a waiver is provided by CRD or our clients.If the employee is assigned a lower-level labor category due to external circumstances than they actually qualify for.