Senior Systems Engineer

Tyto Athene is searching for a Senior Systems Engineer to support an extensive modernization program critical to the customer's mission success. The Senior Systems Administrator will support a mission-critical enterprise environment, ensuring high availability, security compliance, and operational continuity across all applicable infrastructure and operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with defined system architecture(s)
• Assist with the development of system requirements, functional requirements, and allocation of the same to individual hardware, software, facility, and personnel components
• Install and configure systems (Linux preferred)
• Manage system updates, patches, and upgrades
• Configure and maintain servers
• Automate tasks using scripting
• Maintain and create custom scripts in support of customer requirements
• Monitor system performance
• Troubleshoot system issues and ensure uptime
• Support the accreditation/compliance with DISA STIG baselines

Required

• A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Systems Administrator or Systems Engineer
• Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Hands-on Linux administration experience (Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.)
• Experience implementing secure access, managing users, groups, permissions
• Strong scripting, automation, and troubleshooting experience
• Experience provisioning instances in the cloud (AWS preferred)
• Significant DevOps experience

Clearance/Certifications

• TS/SCI - Full Scope poly
• Security+CE

Location

• On-site - Ft. Meade, MD

Compensation

• Compensation is unique to each candidate and relative to the skills and experience they bring to the position. This does not guarantee a specific salary as compensation is based upon multiple factors such as education, experience, certifications, and other requirements, and may fall outside of the above-stated range.

Benefits

• Highlights of our benefits include Health/Dental/Vision, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, Referral Bonuses, professional development reimbursement, and parental leave.

Tyto Athene is a trusted leader in IT services and solutions, delivering mission-focused digital transformation that drives measurable success. Our expertise spans four core technology domains—Network Modernization, Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Enterprise IT—empowering our clients with cutting-edge solutions tailored to their evolving needs. With over 50 years of experience, Tyto Athene proudly support Defense, Intelligence, Space, National Security, Civilian, Health, and Public Safety clients across the United States and worldwide.

At Tyto Athene, we believe that success starts with our people. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven environment where every team member plays a critical role in shaping the future of technology. Are you ready to join #TeamTyto?

Tyto Athene, LLC 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, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable law.