System Administrator

Overview

At Cryptic Vector, we are dedicated to mission success. We take the time to understand our customers  needs, delivering products that perform when our nation needs them most. We understand that properly supporting the most unique missions of the United States government requires the nation’s best. Our focus is on creating a culture where the best and brightest want to grow, learn, and stay.

If coming up with out-of-the-box solutions is your specialty, then you’ll feel right at home at Cryptic Vector.

We are solving the country’s most unique problems in an environment where problem solvers and hard workers thrive. We ve replaced corporate red tape with transparency and servant leadership. Honestly, it’s hard not to love this culture!

System Administrator — Cryptic Vector is seeking a sharp, hands-on System Administrator to own the backbone of our defense-critical infrastructure. You will keep high-stakes systems reliable and secure—managing servers, virtualization, containerized services, zero-trust remote access, directory services, and endpoint compliance—so our teams can execute mission-essential programs without interruption or compromise. We need an organized, proactive team player who thrives on taking full ownership of complex, secure environments where precision directly supports national defense objectives.

• Configure, monitor, and manage Linux and Windows servers and workstations.
• Configure, monitor, and manage Docker-based services across production clusters.
• Administer Proxmox and ESXi hypervisors, including VM provisioning, storage, and network configuration.
• Support and evolve the company s ZTNA architecture, ensuring secure remote access for all users.
• Maintain Active Directory services (LDAP, Kerberos), troubleshoot user issues, and enforce password policies.
• Enhance system-level auditing to verify end-node security compliance.
• Stay current with emerging IT and security technologies and incorporate relevant solutions into Cryptic Vector infrastructure.
• Document all changes in the ticketing system and collaborate with various teams/departments across the company.

• 8+ years of experience managing Linux, Windows, and Docker environments.
• Bachelor s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance, current active TS clearance a plus
• Experience with Proxmox, ESXi, and domain-joined Windows/Linux systems.
• Familiarity with PKI, NTP, SSH, and access control policies.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to train interns and engineers.

• 100% Company-paid medical insurance for employees
• 100% Company-paid dental and vision insurance
• Competitive salary and bonus
• 25% 401k company contribution
• Generous PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave, and volunteer time
• Flexible work hours
• Tuition reimbursement, training allowance, internal mobility opportunities
• Free beverages and snacks, Donut Fridays, monthly social events

This role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions; therefore, this posting is only for U.S. Citizens.

Cryptic Vector is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.