Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

In this role, you support Intelliforce’s mission by keeping critical ICAM environments stable, secure, and available. Your work helps maintain the systems that identity, access, and mission workflows rely on every day. You join a team known for precision, collaboration, and trust, and you help strengthen the infrastructure that powers national security operations.

You support development and production environments, ensure systems follow compliance and security requirements, and keep core ICAM capabilities operating reliably.

Here’s What Your Day-to-Day Might Include

Configure and maintain Virtual Machines for development and production
Load, update, and secure Linux operating systems and software
Apply patches, handle IAVA updates, and monitor system health
Support ISSOs and ISSEs with security accreditation tasks
Write and maintain SOPs and technical documentation
Troubleshoot issues and coordinate fixes across engineering and admin teams
Track work in ticketing systems and communicate status clearly

Minimum Qualifications

Clearance: Top Secret Clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (must be active). We do not have the ability to sponsor clearances.

Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen. We cannot sponsor visas.

Experience and Education:

3+ years of System Administrator experience
Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline
Four additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree, for a total of 7 years

Required Skills

VM configuration and maintenance
Linux operating systems
Scripting in Bash, Perl, or similar
OS and software patching, including IAVA compliance
Strong attention to detail and time management
Strong communication skills

Desired Skills

Docker containerization and Kubernetes
Public Key Infrastructure
Secrets and vault management tools
Active Directory or LDAP
Networking and load balancing
Jira, Redmine, or similar ticketing tools
Ability to work independently and with a team

Work Schedule

40 hours per week
Normal day-shift hours
Core hours 0900-1500

Work Location

Government or contractor facility in the Ft. Meade, MD area

Work Environment

You work in a collaborative environment with network engineers, platform engineers, and system administrators. You manage your workload independently with limited supervision.

Compensation Range: $105,000.00 - $130,000.00

The salary range provided reflects an estimate based on current market trends and may be adjusted based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. The final offer will be tailored after a thorough evaluation of the candidate’s background and suitability for the role. Please note that this range is intended as a guideline and is subject to flexibility

Why Intelliforce? Because you matter—your work, your growth, and your well-being.

At Intelliforce, we don’t just push the boundaries of technology—we partner with some of the most mission-driven teams in defense and beyond to solve challenges that truly matter. As a Systems Engineer here, you won’t just contribute to projects—you’ll help shape outcomes that make a real-world impact.

We also know that great work starts with a great environment. That’s why we invest in you:

Ample PTO to rest and recharge—plus all federal holidays and your birthday off, just because.
Multiple medical plan options, including ones with zero deductible or premium for employees.
Generous 401(k) with immediate vesting—because your future matters now.
Exciting bonus opportunities, from profit sharing to quarterly awards and President’s Club recognition.
A culture of collaboration, connection, and fun, with regular team activities that go beyond the work.

Ready to grow with purpose?

At Intelliforce, your career will flourish in a place where innovation thrives and people come first. Join us—and let’s build something meaningful together. You can reach us at careers@intelliforce-itsg.com or schedule a call with our Director of Recruitment, just visit this link to view their calendar: https://calendly.com/amwolfe-intelliforce-itsg/30min .

Equal Opportunity Matters

Intelliforce-IT Solutions Group, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Need accommodations during the application process? We’re happy to help. Reach out to us at Recruiting@intelliforce-itsg.com with your specific request.

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