System Administrator

System Administrator

The Opportunity:

Are you excited to keep cutting-edge data science moving fast without sacrificing security or reliability? You know that mission systems aren’t just code and clusters—they’re hardened platforms, dependable pipelines, and friction-free workflows for the teams who use them. As our Systems Administrator, you’ll sit at the intersection of traditional systems engineering, DevSecOps, and data science enablement, owning the day-to-day stability of our “Enterprise Lite” (CI) development environments while preparing those same systems to integrate cleanly into our “Enterprise” (CI/CD) production pipeline.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with data scientists, data engineers, software engineers, and product managers to understand the team's vision and their technical needs. You will be a key player in our 'Dual-Track Vision,' taking primary responsibility for maintaining the stability, security, and performance of our 'Enterprise Lite' (CI) development environment. You will be the team's expert on infrastructure, managing servers and security, while also supporting our automated pipelines and understanding the data science workflow. Your experience will help you advocate for the prioritizations of infrastructure changes and security enhancements, ensuring our 'Enterprise Lite' track is always ready to integrate with the formal 'Enterprise' (CI/CD) production pipeline.

Are you ready to help our clients transform the way they execute their mission by building a secure and agile foundation for modern data-driven applications in support of keeping the warfighter safe?

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have: 

• 5+ years of experience in Network Operations and Systems Administration, including network infrastructure deployment, security hardening, and operational data management
• Experience in cyber threat assessment, vulnerability analysis, IAM, and security controls implementation, and in a major scripting language for automating deployment, scaling, and operational tasks
• Experience managing large-scale data infrastructure, including 100GB+ daily operational data, network-based data collection frameworks, and real-time data ingestion systems
• Experience using tools like Wireshark, Zeek, Snort, and SILK, and with leading development operations and maintaining application deployment pipelines for operational systems
• Experience in developing and deploying ML/AI solutions in production environments, including model development, deployment, and lifecycle management
• Experience working in classified environments supporting DoD and Intelligence Community operations
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, network traffic analysis, and secure communication protocols
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) field
• Professional security certifications such as GIAC or SANS certification

Nice If You Have: 

• 2+ years of experience managing production workloads using Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience designing and managing distributed computing infrastructure and data processing systems in cloud or hybrid environments
• Experience with DoD Platform One, Iron Bank, or Party Bus
• Experience with Python preferred
• Experience conducting operational research, capability analysis, or technology integration studies
• Master's degree in a technology field
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) or GMLE Machine Learning Engineer certifications

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

• If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
• If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.