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Vosper Thornycroft Group

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VTG

Systems Administrator

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

... include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range ... Five additional years of Systems Administrator experience may be substituted for the bachelor ...

VTG

Systems Administrator

Fort George G Meade, MD · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Overview VTG is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support the implementation ... contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.

KBR

Systems Administrator

Lexington Park, MD · On-site

$95K - $140K/yr

Title: Systems Administrator KBR's Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical ... or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus ...

KBR, Inc.

Systems Administrator

Lexington Park, MD · On-site

$95K - $140K/yr

Title: Systems Administrator KBR's Mission Engineering Division delivers complex technical ... or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of a sign-on bonus ...

NS2 Mission

Systems Administrator

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Our team is looking for a Systems Administrator to join us in Chantilly, VA , where you'll be ... contractual considerations and may fall outside of the stated range. We offer a great benefits ...

GDIT

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Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$202K - $273K/yr

Yes SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join ... Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual systems administrator in the United States is $88,927.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Systems Administrator vs Network Administrator?

AspectContractual Systems AdministratorNetwork Administrator
CredentialsTypically requires certifications like CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, or Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)Similar certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA Network+ often required
Work EnvironmentWorks on specific projects or contracts, often remotely or on-site for clientsManages and maintains organizational network infrastructure, usually in a fixed office setting
Employer & Industry UsageHired by companies, IT consulting firms, or as freelancers for temporary or project-based workEmployed directly by organizations across various industries to ensure network stability

Contractual Systems Administrators and Network Administrators share similar certifications and work environments, but the former typically works on temporary or project-based contracts, while the latter maintains ongoing network operations within a company.

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Vosper Thornycroft Group
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Job description

Overview

VTG is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to support the implementation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of mission-critical IT systems. This position requires a strong Linux background and hands‑on experience supporting servers, networks, virtualized environments, and infrastructure in challenging operational environments.

Eligible candidates may receive a sign‑on bonus of up to $10,000, making this an exceptional opportunity to join a mission‑critical team supporting national security initiatives.

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What will you do?
  • Implement, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, and support enterprise IT systems and infrastructure.
  • Manage the daily configuration and operation of Linux/UNIX and Windows systems.
  • Perform advanced Linux troubleshooting, including reviewing and tailing logs, restarting services, diagnosing system issues, and resolving performance problems.
  • Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 technical support, including problem identification, diagnosis, escalation, and resolution.
  • Support client/server, storage, network, mobile, and other infrastructure devices.
  • Troubleshoot system, application, hardware, and network‑related issues.
  • Configure and maintain operating systems and install/load operating system software.
  • Maintain system integrity and implement operating system enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
  • Configure, troubleshoot, and support network components and devices.
  • Support systems operating in high‑latency, low‑bandwidth, and air‑gapped environments.
  • Use SSH, SSH tunneling, and port forwarding to access and troubleshoot remote systems.
  • Support and troubleshoot Kubernetes environments.
  • Work with network infrastructure, including firewalls, routers, and switches.
  • Optimize system operations and resource utilization.
  • Perform system capacity analysis and planning.
  • Assist users with accessing and utilizing IT systems.
  • Provide detailed analysis and feedback regarding escalated technical issues.
  • Communicate system status, outages, issues, and resolutions to agency management and internal customers.
  • Support hardware and dispatch‑related problems through final resolution.
Do you have what it takes?
  • TS/SCI with Poly required
  • 10+ years of Systems Administrator experience supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
    • Five additional years of Systems Administrator experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree.
  • Strong hands‑on Linux/UNIX administration experience.
  • Strong Linux troubleshooting skills, including:
    • Log analysis/tailing log files
    • Service management and restarting services
    • Command‑line troubleshooting
    • System and application issue diagnosis
  • Comfortable navigating and administering systems through a Linux terminal/CLI.
  • Experience using SSH to access remote servers.
  • Experience with SSH tunneling and port forwarding.
  • Experience supporting systems in high‑latency, low‑bandwidth, and/or air‑gapped environments.
  • Basic hands‑on experience with Kubernetes.
  • Experience supporting or troubleshooting network devices, including firewalls, routers, and switches.
  • Ability to work independently, take ownership of assigned tasks, and drive technical issues through resolution.

VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $100K - $150K annually, which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.

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