Systems Administrator

Fort Meade, Maryland, United StatesPosted 16 days ago

Role Overview

Grvty is hiring a mid-level Systems Administrator. This is a contract role in Fort Meade, Maryland. Part of Grvty's Security hiring, posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

Salary is not disclosed in this posting. Market median for Mid-level Security roles is $120k-$160k (based on 425 comparable listings). Many employers share specifics during the interview process or after an initial screen.

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Job description

What Impact You’ll Have:

GRVTY is seeking Systems Administrators to support Department of Defense/IC missions at Fort Meade, MD. You will be responsible for Linux Systems Administration while supporting IC missions that are vital to our national security.

What You'll be Owning

Creates, and maintains RedHat Linux virtual machines running in a cloud infrastructure (Amazon AWS).
Evaluates systems for IAVA compliance and applies necessary security updates/patches.
Performs command line system administration tasks on virtual machines.
Handles regular system backups and periodically tests backups for functionality.
Communicates with developers and dev ops team members to provide system administration support.
Apply patches and upgrades.
Troubleshoot server issues.
Administer customer accounts
Deploy monitoring tools.
Deploy applications and tools.
Assist with escalated customer tickets.
Installation and cabling of equipment

What You Must Have:

Active TS/SCI with polygraph (polygraph must be within last 6 years)
10 years of systems administration experience OR technical bachelor's degree + 5 years of systems administration experience
Linux command line system administration (CentOS, RedHat, Amazon Linux, or equivalent)
Experience applying system updates via yum or equivalent patching repository
Experience working within a cloud environment a plus (Amazon AWS, Azure, or equivalent cloud infrastructure with virtual machines)
Experience or knowledge of RedSeal Network Mapping tool a plus
Knowledge of software deployed on systems a plus but not required (Elasticsearch, Docker, Kubernetes, NiFi)

What Would be Nice to Have

Syslog/NxLog
Nagios or other similar monitoring applications
Scripting experience (Python/Perl)

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Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

Maryland Pay Range

$157,000—$167,000 USD

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision

• Health Savings Account with company contribution

• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• 401k with generous company match

• Training and Development Opportunities

• Award Programs

• Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the Systems Administrator position at Grvty?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Grvty. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the Systems Administrator position at Grvty located?

This position is based in Fort Meade, Maryland. Grvty has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Systems Administrator at Grvty earn?

Grvty has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.

When was the Systems Administrator role at Grvty posted?

This role was posted on July 6, 2026 (16 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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