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ClearEdge

Software engineering and data analytics provider

Infrastructure Engineer 1

Full-TimePosted on 10/19/2026
$97.1k - $138.6k/yr
Mid
Bachelor's
Annapolis Junction, MD, USA
In Person
IT OperationsSystem Administration
No H1B Sponsorship
US Top Secret Clearance Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
  • At least three years of experience in systems administration, IT infrastructure, desktop support, or IT operations.
  • An active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance with a polygraph.
  • CompTIA Security+ certification, or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of starting.
  • Experience administering Windows systems, including Active Directory, Group Policy, user accounts, and file permissions.
  • Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, and wireless connectivity.
  • Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, operating system, and end-user technical issues.
  • Familiarity with enterprise security practices, access controls, patching, endpoint protection, and system compliance.
  • Ability to document technical issues, follow established procedures, and manage multiple priorities.
  • Availability for occasional after-hours support during major system updates, maintenance, and infrastructure changes, and for emergency support during unplanned system outages or issues.
  • Ability to work full-time onsite.
Responsibilities
  • Administer and maintain Windows servers, workstations, user accounts, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP.
  • Provide help desk and desktop support for hardware, software, account access, printing, and connectivity issues.
  • Troubleshoot network and infrastructure issues involving switches, firewalls, and enterprise connectivity.
  • Install, configure, update, and maintain computer equipment, operating systems, applications, and peripherals.
  • Support virtualization platforms, shared drives, file permissions, storage systems, and other corporate IT services.
  • Maintain security controls, access permissions, endpoint protection, system updates, and backups in accordance with company policies.
  • Monitor system availability and performance, investigate technical issues, and coordinate escalations when needed.
  • Maintain accurate records of support requests, system configurations, IT assets, and technical procedures.
  • Assist with infrastructure upgrades, equipment deployments, onboarding, offboarding, and other IT operational tasks.
  • Follow applicable security policies and compliance requirements, including relevant NIST and CMMC standards.
  • Support occasional after-hours maintenance, upgrades, and major system updates to minimize disruption to business operations.
Desired Qualifications
  • Familiarity with Linux administration and command-line tools.
  • Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware, ESXi, or vSphere.
  • Experience with firewalls, network monitoring, or network security technologies.
  • Familiarity with network-attached storage, iSCSI, and shared file systems.
  • Experience supporting macOS devices in an enterprise environment.
  • Familiarity with endpoint protection and anti-malware platforms.
  • Experience with telephony systems, printers, and other office technology.
  • Experience supporting backups, disaster recovery, and infrastructure monitoring.
  • Additional IT certifications relevant to systems administration, networking, or cybersecurity.

About the company

ClearEdge IT Solutions provides advanced software engineering, big data, cloud computing, data analytics, and data science services to government and industry clients. Its solutions are built by a team of highly skilled engineers and field experts who design, deploy, and operate customized, secure data systems and analytics pipelines that ingest and derive insights from many data sources. The company differentiates itself through mission-driven work, a focus on top-tier talent, strong ethics, and long-term partnerships with government agencies and private companies. Its goal is to empower clients by investing in people, technology, and community so that data from diverse sources can be effectively harnessed.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Jessup, Maryland

Founded

2002

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • August 2026 site updates and active recruiting signal ongoing customer delivery and demand.
  • December 2025 MDA SHIELD award gives ClearEdge a decade-long contracting foothold.
  • 2026 job posts show prime-contract roles across software, DevOps, and platform sustainment.

What critics are saying

  • ClearEdge shows $500 in federal obligations; one lost program guts revenue.
  • Missile Defense Agency SHIELD contract can stall, rebid, or shift to larger primes.
  • TS/SCI-cleared hiring dependence exposes execution to clearance bottlenecks and attrition.

What makes ClearEdge unique

  • Originated from the Intelligence Community, giving ClearEdge deep cleared-federal credibility.
  • ClearEdge runs mission-critical Kubernetes HPCaaS and DevOps work for national-security customers.
  • Baltimore Sun named ClearEdge a Top Workplace seven straight years, aiding recruiting.

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Benefits

  • 401(k) Company Match
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Professional Development Budget