Hybrid Senior Systems Administrator bei D2 Consulting

**ACTIVE TS/SCI SECURITY CLEARANCE AND POLYGRAPH REQUIRED**

Join Our Mission – Lead and Deliver Critical Systems Support as a Senior Systems Administrator

Are you a cleared IT professional looking for your next big challenge? We’re searching for a Senior Systems Administrator (TS/SCI with Poly) to lead on-site operations for a high-impact intelligence mission in McLean-Langley, VA. As the site lead, you won’t just maintain systems—you’ll be at the forefront of mission-critical operations, ensuring reliability, security, and performance across a complex IT landscape.

Why This Role Matters

In this key leadership role, you'll drive the performance and stability of our customer’s systems, enabling critical national security operations. From managing Tier 2/3 support to implementing infrastructure upgrades, your technical expertise will make a real difference—every day.

You’ll be the trusted go-to expert, working closely with both local and remote teams to solve challenges, improve systems, and deliver results that matter.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and manage desktop and server systems across LAN/WAN environments

• Provide Tier 2/3 support for Unix/Windows systems, including web servers and network-attached storage

• Support and maintain the full lifecycle of IT systems—from installation to troubleshooting

• Install, configure, and maintain OS software and updates across platforms

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware/software issues

• Implement operating system enhancements for improved performance and security

• Support backup/recovery planning and data center operations

• Ensure compliance with STIG security standards using tools like Retina and HBSS

• Document SOPs and maintain system configuration standards

• Coordinate and communicate with internal customers and leadership

• Provide on-call and after-hours support as mission requires

• Work core site hours: 0530–1800, with potential for 24/7 mission-essential response during critical events

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree + 8 years of relevant experience (or equivalent)

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance (required)

• Security+ certification (or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent, within 90 days of hire)

• Strong background in Unix, Windows, and storage administration

• Hands-on experience with ticketing systems and issue tracking

• Ability to prioritize, troubleshoot, and lead under pressure

• Willingness to travel (0–20%) to local and regional customer sites

• Physically able to lift and move up to 40 pounds of equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in imagery intelligence systems a plus

• Scripting skills in Windows, Linux, or Solaris environments

• Familiarity with databases (Sybase, Informix, SQL) and imagery production workflows

• Red Hat, IRIX, Solaris experience preferred

• Background in network administration and configuration

• Prior experience working with the customer’s tools, workflows, or mission systems

• Valid US Passport

Location

On-site at the Customer Facility in McLean-Langley, VA
U.S. Citizenship Required

Ready to Make a Mission Impact?

If you’re driven by purpose, thrive in dynamic environments, and bring a strong technical background with leadership capabilities—this is your opportunity to lead from the front.

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to appropriate guidelines.
• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. The salary range for this position is typically $140-160k. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.
• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Accrued PTO, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and more!

D2 Consulting is committed to a merit-based recruitment process and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.  As a Veteran-Owned Small Business, we particularly welcome applications from veterans who have the requisite skills and experience.  Job applicants that are interested in one of our openings and may require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, should contact us to request an accommodation.