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Independent Software is a consulting, product, and solutions firm dedicated to the practical application of software and system engineering technologies to solve complex problems. We bring together world class engineers with proven engineering best practices, domain expertise, commercial technologies, and proven agile management approaches to create high value solutions aimed at helping our customers meet their most critical business and mission objectives.

Why Independent Software?

We are focused on continual learning and evolution. We don’t do things because “that’s the way we’ve always done things”; we listen to our employees and adapt to the changing marketplace. We look at the big picture and encourage our engineers to get training and certifications in emerging technologies that will help shape our customer’s mission.

We’ve been profitable year after year. We’re always on the lookout for great engineers to join the team and we recognize that our employees are the heart and soul of what we do. We focus on recruiting talented people, treating them right, and then allowing them to do what they do best. No red tape. No micromanagement. Smart people want to work with smart people, and we love people who are passionate about what they do and finding ways to do it better.

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Great people deserve even better benefits, from comprehensive healthcare coverage and generous leave time to discounts with all our vendors.
You are not just a job title. That's why we tip the work-life balance scale in your favor. It's not about being billable, it's about being valuable.
Whether you're working on-site or in our offices, your role at Independent Software is just as critical to our success as your coworker's.
We're constantly researching and implementing the latest technology, so you've always got the right tools at your disposal.
As we've grown, we've retained that small company feel. When we say we have an open-door policy, we actually mean it.
Independent Software is comprised of wonderfully generous folks. We believe in supporting the causes our employees care about. Bring us an opportunity to help and we'll listen.
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The work we do is exciting, critical stuff. No matter your role at Independent Software, you're helping us keep the nation safe and secure.
We have a history of great achievement, and, with each year, our company gets even bigger and better. As we grow, so does the opportunity for our employees.
We host a variety of fun employee and family events throughout the year to say thanks for all that you do to make Independent Software a technology leader as well as a phenomenal place to work.

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Company Sponsored Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Your retirement plan is an important benefit you shouldn’t overlook. We offer a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust that offers a powerful way to enhance your long-term financial well-being by investing in yourself. We offer immediate eligibility and company matching.
A generous Paid Time Off and Holiday package
Paid training! We encourage all employees to seek out training opportunities like conferences, certification courses and seminars.
We truly believe the right work-life balance can exist, and it's here at Independent Software. Our work is extremely important, but your job is just a part of who you are. When you enjoy your life outside of our walls, you're at your best the next time you walk through our doors. We do all we can to assure that happens every day.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V.

System Administrator, Level 3

Annapolis Junction, MD

Full Time

System Administration

Experienced

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of mission-critical IT systems. You’ll manage and monitor infrastructure components including servers, storage, and networks, while ensuring system integrity, performance, and compliance. Your work will span Tier 1 help desk through Tier 2 escalation, with responsibilities that include Linux/Windows administration, shell scripting, vulnerability remediation, and automation with Ansible.

This position offers the chance to work at the heart of secure and resilient enterprise systems that support national defense and intelligence operations. You’ll have hands-on access to modern tools like Ansible, GIT, Nessus, and SecurityCenter, and be part of a high-performing team solving complex technical challenges. If you enjoy variety, autonomy, and mission-focused work, this role is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for troubleshooting and maintaining IT systems.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux (CentOS/RHEL) and Windows operating systems.
Perform system patching using YUM, vulnerability remediation, and IAVA compliance reporting.
Support PKI (e.g., issuing, renewing, and revoking certificates).
Monitor infrastructure using Nagios; analyze performance issues across systems.
Use tools such as SecurityCenter, Nessus, Trellis Agent, ENSL, and UAM to support cyber hygiene and monitoring.
Write and maintain shell scripts and Ansible playbooks for system automation and configuration.
Perform VM lifecycle tasks: building, configuring, and troubleshooting.
Manage GIT repositories, handle branching/tagging, and support code/configuration tracking.
Create and maintain technical documentation and SOPs in Confluence.
Interface with users and agency stakeholders to escalate and resolve system issues.
Support service dispatch requests and remain involved in hardware troubleshooting through resolution.
Provide input on capacity planning, performance optimization, and SOA integration.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of Linux system administration, particularly RHEL/CentOS.
Experience with virtual machines, storage, performance tuning, and system monitoring.
Working knowledge of shell scripting, Ansible, Git, and automated patching.
Experience reading vulnerability reports and implementing compliance solutions.
Familiarity with Biscotti, LatteArt, and STE toolsets (e.g., Nessus, UAM, Trellis).
Strong diagnostic and problem-resolution skills.
Ability to communicate technical issues effectively to management and end users.
Skilled at documenting procedures and workflows.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university + 15 years of systems administration experience.
In lieu of a degree, five (5) additional years of SA experience may be substituted.

Certifications:

DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher (e.g., Security+ CE) is required.

Clearance Requirement:

Must possess an active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role.

Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE, M/F/D/V

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