Junior Systems Administrator

Job overview

The Junior Systems Administrator role is onsite at Patuxent River NAS in Lexington Park, MD, with an annual salary range of $65,000–$85,000. Greenfield Engineering, a Saalex company, supports users, computer assets, printers, and network connectivity at the site. The administrator maintains Windows systems and network infrastructure while supporting information-assurance requirements. The role helps keep systems secure and available through configuration, patching, vulnerability remediation, backups, and network administration.

What you'll do

• Configure, deploy, and maintain Windows servers and Windows 11 desktops
• support network infrastructure and lab environments
• perform ACAS/SCAP vulnerability checks and apply patches
• build, maintain, and harden workstations and laptops
• administer operating systems and basic security and recovery procedures
• gather information for ATO submissions
• install, configure, and support LAN, WAN, and internet systems
• administer network security measures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

junior systems administrator

systems administration

windows server

windows 11

network security

acas

scap

comptia security+

top secret clearance

lexington park md

saalex

$65k–$85k

401(k)

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• retirement plan
• life insurance
• paid time off
• short- and long-term disability
• training and development
• wellness resources
• stock option plan.

Why this role

Requires an active Top Secret clearance, CompTIA Security+ certification, and qualifying education and experience; onsite at least 90% of the work week with no recurring telework.

About the employer

Saalex is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.