Senior Linux System​/Network Administrator

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 its values, ensuring excellence is displayed by employees, 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 U.S. government and military services.

Seeking a motivated and experienced Linux System Administrator for a small, diverse team that provides end-to-end software, systems, and network engineering services to support Integrated Discovery Operations (IDO). You will lead, evolve, and maintain a dynamic, modern Dev Ops architecture, often based on open-source technology and not relying on corporate baselines, to support software developers, phased system upgrades, compliance, and improvements aimed at ensuring continued execution of the IDO mission.

We aim to improve availability and reliability, reduce latency, and optimize performance, while maintaining the security posture.

Design, maintain, and support operations and maintenance (O&M) activities of a large enclave comprised of various hardware, software, and network components to include server architecture, virtual machines, managed switches, NAS, VLANs, and VPNs. Develop and carry out strategies to migrate existing customers to new architecture and technology with minimal impact. Evaluate new technologies or equipment that can be added to agency standard solutions.

Network administration including installing, configuring, and maintaining network devices; configuring various routing protocols, troubleshooting multi-hop connectivity, throughput, and latency; setting up firewalls. Responsible for secure infrastructure and vulnerability corrections, data security, compliance, and backups and recovery. Maintain SSPs, STE/STN requirements via RMF, Netseer, SEAR logging, patching, IAVMs, McAfee, and UAM.

Responsible for user-level support, including interacting with system-savvy developers and analysts, resolving network, computer, and virtual system issues and anomalies.

Maintain enclave documentation (network diagram, system names, IP addresses, barcodes, etc.); provide monthly activity report to include system outages.

Experience deploying and maintaining nginx; system monitoring platforms like OpenVAS, Prometheus, and Grafana; SELinux and FIPS.

Knowledge of Latte Art/Biscotti, Netseer, SEAR logging.

Bachelor's degree plus 11 years of relevant experience or equivalent.

• Docker
• MongoDB
• Elastic Search
• Ansible
• Git Lab
• Red Hat Satellite
• Working knowledge of software‑defined networks

TS/SCI with Polygraph.

U.S. Citizenship.

For this role, our typical salary range starts at $220,000 and stretches up to $260,000. If you are a rare exception to the status quo with the right education, experience, and an extra something special, we’re not afraid to go above and beyond to secure your talent. For us, it’s not just about a salary; it’s about the complete rewards package, culture, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

We offer highly competitive compensation consistently recognized by our employees as generous.

Health & Retirement:
Comprehensive health benefits package and 401(k) retirement plan; employee gym wellness benefit; wellness resources provided through our healthcare provider.

Education:

Encourage continuing education program for degrees or certifications needed for career advancement.

Work/Life…