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Cloud Systems Administrator 2

DCCA

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Compensation
$100–160K/yr
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CWIP Or Other IT Certifications, requiredHadoop/Cloud System Administration Certification, requiredTS/SCI clearance, required

Job overview

DCCA is seeking a Cloud Systems Administrator 2 to perform basic Linux tasks, including connecting to Linux machines over SSH, installing software, understanding container and cloud tools, and gathering system status. The role requires an active TS/SCI with Poly, a bachelor’s degree or qualifying substitute experience, and experience managing and monitoring large Hadoop clusters. The posting lists required technologies, certifications, salary range, and benefits.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Linux, requiredDocker, requiredHelm Charts, requiredAnsible, requiredCloudFormation, requiredTerraform, requiredKubernetes, requiredTraefik, requiredHadoop Cluster Administration, requiredCloud System Administration, required

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Related, requiredFour Years Additional Experience, nice to haveFive Years Hadoop Cluster Experience, requiredActive TS/SCI With Poly, requiredCWIP or Other IT Certifications, requiredIAT Level II, nice to haveHadoop/Cloud System Administration Certification, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Cloud Systems Administrator 2

Location Annapolis Junction, MD

Job Code 2684

of Openings 1

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DCCA is a veteran-owned IT business specializing in providing innovative solutions to a variety of government agencies and commercial enterprises since 1982. DCCA is proud to offer career growth opportunities and a competitive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website at: www.dcca.com

Cloud Systems Administrator 2

Candidate must have an active TS/SCI w/ Poly

For over 40 years, DCCA has provided a broad range of IT services to government agencies and commercial enterprises, helping them to feel confident in their IT infrastructure. With DCCA, these organizations can be confident in the flexibility and skill of their IT partners, allowing them to upgrade their technology quickly and efficiently. Better yet, thanks to DCCA’s successful track record, clients can rest assured knowing DCCA can tackle any problem with ease, allowing them to focus on the work that matters.

Internally, DCCA prides itself on a culture built on integrity and inclusivity, allowing its employees to build lasting skills and relationships. As a veteran owned business, DCCA knows the importance of recruiting employees with a wide range of backgrounds, allowing for every problem to be approached by a diverse array of perspectives. Join us and be part of a team that has a people first mentality and a dedication to excellence.

Key Tasks:

Perform basic Linux tasks to include SSH to remotely connect to a linux machine, install software in linux (RPM, YUM), understand docker, kubernetes, traefik etc and gather status from linux machines.

Required Skills:

  • Experience with Linux

  • Docker

  • Helm charts

  • Ansible

  • Knowledge of Cloud Formation

  • Terraform

  • Kubernetes

  • Traefik

Required Education / Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.

  • Four (4) years of additional experience on projects with similar requirements may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

  • Five (5) years of experience managing and monitoring large Hadoop clusters (>200 nodes).

  • Required CWIP or other IT Certifications: 50% of the Cloud System Administrator positions require IAT Level II

  • Hadoop/Cloud System Administration Certification

The proposed salary range for this position in Maryland is 100,000 – 160,000. The final salary will be determined based on various factors. Our comprehensive benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, paid disability, and life insurance programs, employee assistance programs, paid and unpaid leave programs, education assistance, and wellness initiatives.

At DCCA, we believe the key to providing our clients with unrivaled services starts with retaining top talent, something we’re able to do through our consistent commitment to building culture and comprehensive benefits.

Competitive Compensation: While salary at DCCA is determined by various factors, we are committed to making sure our salaries reflect the skill and expertise of our employees. In addition, each year we perform an annual salary review ensuring pay is equitable across both the company and industry at large.

Growth Opportunities: DCCA makes it a priority to help you grow and support your career advancement. From upskilling programs to recertification support, to professional development opportunities, we’re here to help you grow your career and create lasting relationships.

Emphasis on Inclusivity: DCCA’s culture emphasizes respect, equity, and opportunity and is supported by an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection.

Empowering Health: DCCA’s benefits which encompass healthcare, paid time off, and flexible 401(k) options encourage you to live a healthy and fulfilling life, both in and outside of work. Learn more about our total benefits package on our Benefits page (https://www.dcca.com/career/benefits) .

Mission Focused Work: From the defense industry to health IT management, DCCA allows you to work on innovative projects whose outcomes improve people's lives and solve today’s IT problems.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets

How this job compares

Set against the 2,264 open Systems Administrator jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$100–160K/yr
  • Maryland median$100–170K/yr131 salary ranges
  • US median$94–150K/yr1,471 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $130K, is 5% below the Maryland median midpoint ($137K) — in the middle half of Systems Administrator salary ranges in Maryland.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 172 open Systems Administrator jobs in Maryland and 2,264 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Maryland
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Systems Administrator postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (1,904 postings).
Education
351 of the 2,264 open Systems Administrator jobs (16%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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