System Administrator

leidos· 00100 LEIDOS, INC.
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📍 Fort Meade, MDFull time💰 USD 92K–167K

About this role

System Administrator (TS/SCI) – Fort Meade, MD

Level up your career at Leidos, where you’ll tackle high‑impact national security challenges and support ACC’s ISR mission.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage LAN/WAN and keep critical networks running smoothly
  • Design and monitor systems across a complex enterprise
  • Install/configure servers, software, and domain services
  • Troubleshoot advanced issues with Network Admins
  • Plan deployments for hardware, OS, and applications
  • Manage accounts & access and enforce security controls
  • Resolve interoperability and system performance issues
  • Ensure system availability, integrity, and security
  • Maintain configuration management, upgrades, and fixes
  • Support leadership through technical input and special projects

Basic Requirements

  • Must have a current TS/SCI security clearance and be able to pass a polygraph after being hired
  • Bachelor’s + 8 years of related experience. Additional years of related experience or advanced certifications may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Strong System Administration background
  • VMware, Windows Server, GPOs, DHCP/DNS/AD
  • SAN storage experience
  • Linux knowledge
  • IT security fundamentals
  • Must hold a Security+ or equivalent IAT Level II (or higher) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Cisco ISE, PowerShell, clustering
  • WDS, advanced config management
  • VCP, MCSA, VCAP, CCIE, CCNP

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

October 15, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the System Administrator role at leidos?
The listed salary for this System Administrator position at leidos is USD 92K–167K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the System Administrator position at leidos located?
This System Administrator role at leidos is based in Fort Meade, MD. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the System Administrator role at leidos full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a System Administrator role in the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos.
Which team or department does the System Administrator at leidos belong to?
This System Administrator position is part of the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the System Administrator position at leidos?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to leidos's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the System Administrator job at leidos posted?
This System Administrator position at leidos was posted on Oct 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
System Administrator
leidos · 💰 USD 92K–167K
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