Full-Time

Systems/Network Administrator

Visionist

Visionist

51-200 employees

Engineering, software development and analytics services

Compensation Overview

$110k - $170k/yr

+ 15% retirement contribution + 401(k) match + ESOP + Overtime + $8,000 supplemental parental-leave payment + $600 lifestyle bonus + Performance-based bonuses

No H1B Sponsorship

Fort Meade, MD, USA

In Person

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Bachelor's

Category
IT & Security (2)
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Required Skills
Microsoft Windows
Computer Networking
VMWare
Ansible
Nutanix
Linux/Unix

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in a technical discipline is required, although an additional four years of experience may substitute for the degree.
  • At least five years of experience in systems and network administration is required.
  • Strong Linux systems administration experience is required.
  • Hands-on hardware experience with rack configuration, cabling, hardware troubleshooting, and maintenance is required.
  • Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware, Xen, or Nutanix is required.
  • Network troubleshooting skills are required.
  • Knowledge of STE/STN and vulnerability patching is required.
  • An active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance with polygraph is required.
  • U.S. citizenship is required; green card holders and permanent residents are not eligible.
  • Applicants selected must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
  • The ability to lift, move, and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
  • Candidates must be comfortable performing physical infrastructure tasks, including rack installation, cable management, equipment replacement, and hands-on system support.
Responsibilities
  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux systems to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
  • Manage physical hardware, including setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting for development network environments.
  • Perform hands-on hardware troubleshooting, including component replacement, equipment installation, cable management, and system validation.
  • Configure and verify server connectivity to ensure systems are reachable and properly integrated into the network environment.
  • Develop and implement automation scripts using Ansible to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
  • Configure, manage, and support virtualization platforms such as VMware, Xen, or Nutanix.
  • Diagnose and resolve network-related issues to ensure connectivity and performance.
  • Work with the ISSO/ISSE team to configure devices to meet STE/STN compliance requirements.
  • Administer patches to maintain STE/STN compliance requirements.
  • Assist with Windows patching when necessary to maintain a secure and compliant infrastructure.

Visionist provides engineering, software development and analytical services for mission-critical intelligence projects, forming cross-disciplinary teams to own project success. Its work includes integrating AI/ML into mission systems, embedding data scientists in analysis, UX and data-analysis apps, signal/cyber/exploitation analysis, and security testing and vulnerability assessment. It works on large prime contracts that offer growth and leadership opportunities while keeping a small-team feel. Visionist aims to foster long-term employee ownership through an ESOP and deliver meaningful, mission-focused outcomes for clients.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, South Carolina

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • Visionist won a five-year $210m prime contract in January 2024.
  • Two prime contract extensions in November 2025 push work into 2027 and 2028.
  • June 2026 office expansion adds hundreds of seats for continued contract growth.

What critics are saying

  • Revenue concentrates in DoD primes expiring 2027 and 2028.
  • A contract recompete loss would cut staffing, office expansion, and growth fast.
  • Cleared labor shortages would choke delivery and margin within twelve months.

What makes Visionist unique

  • Employee-owned, employee-first culture drives retention in cleared engineering talent.
  • Visionist builds mission software for DoD cyber and intelligence workflows.
  • Single-award prime contracts prove deep customer trust and integration depth.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Performance Bonus

Annual Lifestyle Bonus

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Company News

Visionist, Inc.
Apr 3rd, 2025
A Decade of Excellence: Visionist Named a Baltimore Sun Top Workplace for the 10th Consecutive Year

Visionist, Inc. is thrilled to announce that Visionist has been recognized as a Baltimore Sun Top Workplace for the 10th consecutive year!

Visionist, Inc.
Jan 10th, 2024
Visionist Celebrates 9 Consecutive Years as a Baltimore Sun Top Workplace

Visionist, Inc. is excited to announce that Visionist has once again been recognized as a Baltimore Sun Top Workplace for the 9th consecutive year!

Visionist, Inc.
Dec 19th, 2022
Visionist Named a 2022 Top Workplace by Baltimore Sun

Visionist, Inc. is thrilled to share that Visionist has been named a Baltimore Sun Top Workplace for the 8th consecutive year!