Senior Systems Administrator
Columbia, MD · Government/Military
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Full-Time | Fully Funded | $180,000–$190,000 (Depending on Experience)
Helm Point Solutions is a woman-owned cybersecurity and physical security firm supporting the nation’s most critical missions. We're hiring a Senior Systems Administrator to join a high-impact team supporting enterprise IT infrastructure for a classified program.
You'll work hands-on with a wide range of technologies - from Linux environments to virtualization, automation, and security compliance tools - ensuring our mission partners can operate securely, reliably, and without interruption.
In this role, you will:
Install, configure, and maintain Linux (CentOS/RHEL) and Windows systems
Perform system patching and vulnerability remediation (YUM, IAVA compliance)
Troubleshoot system performance, storage, and connectivity issues
Build, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual machines (VMs)
Write and maintain shell scripts and Ansible playbooks to automate tasks
Monitor infrastructure using tools like Nagios and SecurityCenter (Tenable)
Support and resolve Tier 1 and Tier 2 escalated service tickets
Manage PKI certificates (renewals, revocations)
Collaborate with other technical teams to maintain secure, high-performance systems
Create and maintain SOPs using Confluence
Use GIT for version control (branching, tagging, repository management)
Required Qualifications:
15+ years of experience as a System Administrator supporting large-scale IT systems
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or 5 additional years of experience in lieu of degree)
DoD 8570 IAT Level I or higher certification (e.g., A+, Network+, Security+)
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
At Helm Point Solutions, we’re not just filling seats - we’re building careers. Every team member is a critical part of the mission. You’ll be part of a close-knit, values-driven company that:
Listens to your career goals
Recognizes and rewards your impact
Invests in your long-term growth
Our Benefits Include:
CareFirst Gold Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401(k) with Company Match
Profit Sharing & Performance Bonuses
Annual Education & Training Allowance
Leave Buy-Back Program
Flexible Work Environment & Career Growth Support
Community Engagement Opportunities
Next Steps
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. If you're interested in this or similar roles, mention it in your application.
Apply now or send your resume to recruiting@helmpoint.com to start a confidential conversation.
Helm Point Solutions, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, protected veteran status, or any other non-merit factor.