Full-Time

System Administrator

Updated on 9/4/2026

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

51-200 employees

Software engineering and geospatial IT solutions

Compensation Overview

$140k - $180k/yr

+ $25,000 welcome bonus + Referral bonuses

No H1B Sponsorship

Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

Remote

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
IT Operations (1)
Required Skills
PowerShell
Bash
Kubernetes
Microsoft Windows
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Docker
CloudFormation
AWS
Elasticsearch
Jenkins
Terraform
Ansible
DevOps
Linux/Unix

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Requirements
  • An active security clearance with polygraph is required.
  • A bachelor's degree and ten years of experience as a system administrator on programs of similar scope and complexity are required; fifteen years of experience are required in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
  • In-depth Linux experience is required.
  • Familiarity with PowerShell and Bash scripting languages is required.
  • Experience with system hardening is required.
  • Experience working with Information System Security Officers for system compliance is required.
  • Department of Defense 8570 compliance with Information Assurance Technical Level I is required.
  • The ability to work core hours from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Monday through Friday is required.
  • Familiarity with AWS, Ansible, Docker, Elasticsearch, Terraform, Jenkins, Linux, Windows, and GitLab is required through interaction with the application technology stack.
Responsibilities
  • Provide support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Information Technology systems supporting critical enterprise applications.
  • Manage information technology system infrastructure and associated processes to ensure the availability, reliability, security, and performance of enterprise applications and services.
  • Provide day-to-day operations, monitoring, maintenance, and problem resolution for client systems, servers, storage platforms, network devices, and related infrastructure.
  • Provide Tier 1 help desk and Tier 2 escalation support, including problem identification, diagnosis, troubleshooting, and resolution.
  • Support the escalation process and communicate system status, issues, and resolutions to agency management and internal stakeholders.
  • Assist with hardware support activities, dispatch processes, and issue resolution through completion.
  • Configure, administer, and maintain Windows and UNIX/Linux operating systems, including software installation, patching, system hardening, and performance tuning.
  • Maintain the integrity and availability of infrastructure components while implementing enhancements to improve reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with engineering and development teams on infrastructure modernization efforts, including evaluating, testing, and implementing technology solutions that enhance system capabilities.
  • Participate in assessments of existing systems and architectures, providing operational and technical input for initiatives involving automation, DevOps practices, cloud technologies, and application modernization.
  • Support the planning, testing, deployment, and sustainment of infrastructure and application changes across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud-hosted environments, as applicable.
  • Assist in analyzing operational, security, compliance, and technical considerations associated with infrastructure changes and technology migrations.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and system configuration baselines.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS.
  • Experience with infrastructure automation, configuration management, or Infrastructure as Code tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or AWS CloudFormation.
  • Experience supporting DevOps practices, continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines, or automated deployment processes.
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
  • Experience performing vulnerability remediation, security patching, and Security Technical Implementation Guide implementation.
  • Experience supporting Authority to Operate processes, Risk Management Framework activities, and security compliance initiatives.
Freedom Technology Solutions Group

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

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Freedom Technology Solutions Group provides software engineering and IT solutions for mission-critical challenges, serving government agencies and international development organizations. It builds secure, scalable technology and geospatial data analytics capabilities and delivers them through project-based engagements and service contracts. The company works by offering tailored software and analytics services that meet specific client needs, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and reliable performance. Its differentiators include a focus on mission-critical work, expertise in geospatial data analytics, experience with government contracts, and a people-first culture that minimizes bureaucratic obstacles to let employees focus on their skills. The company's goal is to deliver practical, secure technology solutions that help clients operate effectively and scale as their needs grow.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, South Carolina

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • Freedom reported 170 LinkedIn employees and 2026 hiring across dozens of technical roles.
  • The company said January 2026 SHIELD selection expands its missile-defense pipeline.
  • WashingtonExec said 2026 priorities include prime contracts, cloud, data, AI, and acquisitions.

What critics are saying

  • Bennett v. Freedom Technology Solutions Group ended in September 2024, leaving dispute risk visible.
  • Indeed reviews allege billing obsession, dishonest management, and a racist atmosphere.
  • Heavy dependence on government contracts exposes Freedom if MDA recompetes or primes displace it.

What makes Freedom Technology Solutions Group unique

  • Freedom combines geospatial analytics, software engineering, and intelligence-community mission support from Columbia, Maryland.
  • Its workforce spans cloud, DevOps, cyber, data science, and systems integration roles.
  • January 2026 MDA SHIELD placement strengthens its defense-contractor credibility and technical specialization.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Company News

GovCon Wire
Jun 8th, 2023
Roger Nichols Named Chief Growth Officer at Freedom Consulting Group; Vernon Saunders Quoted

Roger Alan Nichols, formerly a client executive director at AT&T (NYSE: T), has joined Columbia, Maryland-based information technology company Freedom Consulting Group as chief growth officer.

GovCon Wire
Feb 2nd, 2023
Dan Streetman Named CEO of Endpoint Security Company Tanium

Vernon Saunders, formerly a senior vice president of national intelligence at Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC), has been appointed CEO at Freedom Consulting Group, according to a recent LinkedIn post.

EIN News
Dec 3rd, 2021
Freedom Consulting Group recognized as "Best Place to Work

Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Freedom has ranked on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies and has been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" by The Baltimore Sun for five consecutive years.

NewsWire
Oct 7th, 2021
Freedom Consulting Group Raises Capital to Fund Growth and Expansion

Company also announces expansion of Board of Directors

Peloton Singapore
Mar 31st, 2020
Freedom Consulting Group hires Bennett as head of operations

Bennett will join Freedom Consulting Group as head of operations in St Louis.