Platform / Linux System Administrator

Overview

We are seeking Linux System Administrators to manage, maintain, and secure enterprise computing environments.

What You’ll Do

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux systems
• Maintain system performance and ensure uptime/reliability
• Manage user access, permissions, and security configurations
• Troubleshoot system, network, and application issues
• Support patching, upgrades, and system hardening
• Automate routine administrative tasks

Core Skills

• Strong Linux administration experience
• Scripting (Bash, Python)
• System monitoring and performance tuning
• Networking fundamentals
• Security best practices

Nice to Have

• Experience with virtualization or containers
• Configuration management tools
• Cloud-based Linux environments

CLEARANCE REQUIRED:

TSCI with Polygraph

Other Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship

Pay

For this role, our typical salary range starts at $125,000 and stretches up to $240,000. But here's the deal – we're not about capping your potential. We're committed to snapping up the best and brightest, and we're ready to put our money where our mouth is. So, if you're one of the rare exceptions to the status quo with the education, experience, and that extra something special, we're not afraid to go above and beyond to secure your talent. Because for us, it's not just about a salary. It's about the complete rewards package, the culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Benefits

• Compensation: Highly competitive compensation that is consistently recognized by our employees as being generous!
• Health & Retirement: Comprehensive Health Benefits package and 401K Retirement plan
• Education: Company-sponsored continuing education program
• Work/Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off benefit and 11 paid holidays a year
• Philanthropy: Participation in building awareness, volunteering, and contributing to dozens of organizations
• Corporate Facilities: Weekly happy hour, café, collaborative office space and conference rooms
• SkillBridge: Program to help servicemembers apply their experience within corporate environments

About the Role

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its expertise in data transport solutions, software and systems engineering, and other solutions to deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security.

Qualifications

Clearance Required: TSCI with Polygraph
U.S. Citizenship