Synergy ECP
CybersecurityDirect Lever career site

Platform / Linux System Administrator

Pay
$125,000 – $240,000 per year
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Mid-level
Listed
30 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • TS/SCI clearance
  • polygraph
  • US citizenship
  • Linux administration
  • Bash scripting
  • Python
  • networking fundamentals

Also useful

  • virtualization
  • containers
  • configuration management
  • cloud Linux

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
  • Monitor 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: TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Other Requirements

U.S. Citizenship

Pay and benefits

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.

About Synergy ECP

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.

In an ultra-competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by our Employees, to our Customers and by Improving Performance (ECP). It’s what sets us apart, enabling us to be an autonomous yet agile business that delivers huge results-showing we’re ready to meet our customers’ evolving demands. Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the US government and military services.

Read the original posting

From Synergy ECP's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Platform / Linux System Administrator role at Synergy ECP?

The Platform / Linux System Administrator posting at Synergy ECP states compensation of $125,000 – $240,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Synergy ECP's official career site.

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This Platform / Linux System Administrator position at Synergy ECP is located in Annapolis Junction, MD (On-site). Always check Synergy ECP's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.

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