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# Systems Administrator III at Foxhole Technology

- **Company:** Foxhole Technology
- **Location:** Ft Meade, MD
- **Compensation:** $12k–$140k
- **Posted:** 2026-09-02
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/foxholetechnology/jobs/4393334009

## Job description

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Clearance: Active DoD Secret

Foxhole Technology provides robust cybersecurity and IT support capabilities for federal civilian and defense agencies. A recognized leader in navigating technology and security challenges, Foxhole delivers mission-focused innovations to answer evolving and complex needs. Our talented employee-owners provide agile, scalable services and solutions that solve operational gaps, operate critical systems, and protect and secure the enterprise – across the organization and around the world.

Foxhole Technology is seeking a Systems Administrator III to provide advanced systems administration and technical support for cyber sensing development and defense activities within a secure Department of Defense (DoD) environment. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience supporting complex IT and cybersecurity environments, with strong technical capabilities across Linux systems, infrastructure, network security, automation, and mission-critical platforms. This position is responsible for administering, implementing, securing, troubleshooting, and maintaining critical network and cyber sensing capabilities in support of the Department of Defense Information Network (DoDIN). The Systems Administrator III will work closely with cybersecurity, network, engineering, and operations teams to ensure the availability, security, performance, and continued modernization of mission-critical systems.

Responsibilities:

- Perform day-to-day systems administration and operational support for enterprise and mission-critical IT environments, including user accounts, access permissions, system configurations, and troubleshooting.
- Monitor system health and performance, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and identify and resolve or escalate complex technical problems.
- Plan and implement system updates, security patches, and antivirus/endpoint security solutions in accordance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, including DISA STIGs and IAVM guidance.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of DoD cybersecurity, security hardening, and compliance requirements, ensuring systems remain aligned with established security standards and procedures.
- Develop, maintain, and improve system documentation, including configuration records, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), technical guides, and operational procedures.
- Execute and validate backup, recovery, and restoration procedures to support system availability, resiliency, and continuity of operations.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cybersecurity tools and technologies, including HBSS, ACAS, SIEM platforms, and related security monitoring and assessment solutions.
- Administer and support Linux-based sensors and hardware, including sensor management platforms, iDRAC, and BluVector, ensuring systems remain operational, secure, and properly configured.
- Develop and maintain basic automation and scripting using Bash, Python, or other scripting languages to improve system administration and operational efficiency.
- Support the integration and deployment of systems across physical, virtualized, and containerized environments, as applicable to the mission.
- Investigate system and security events, perform root-cause analysis, and coordinate with cybersecurity, network, engineering, and help desk teams to resolve incidents and maintain operational availability.
- Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to less-experienced team members and contribute to continuous improvement of operational processes.
- Respond to technical support requests and collaborate across teams to resolve end-user and infrastructure issues while maintaining established service levels and security requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

- Minimum Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance
- Must have a current DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II approved certification (i.e. CompTIA Security+ CE)
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in IT support, help desk, or systems administration
- Basic knowledge of managing operating systems, troubleshooting technical issues, user permissions, and file structures
- Competency and understanding of Linux operating systems
- Ability to write basic scripts with Bash, Python, or other scripting language
- Ability to follow structured processes, maintain clear documentation, and escalate issues when needed
- Strong interest in learning and contributing to a mission-driven, security-focused team
- Hands-on experience with network security solutions, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, encryption, and Zero Trust concepts
- Knowledge of DevSecOps principles, automation, Ansible, test integration, and scalable deployment architectures
- Experience supporting DoD compliance frameworks, including DISA STIGs, RMF, and NIST 800-53
- Experience engineering solutions across on-premises, virtualization, and containerization environments

Desired:

- Experience as a Cyber Analyst is a plus
- BS Degree in a related Field

At Foxhole Technology, we are committed to pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws for both applicants and our employee-owners. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number factors as permitted by law.

Foxhole Technology offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; retirement plans (401(k), Roth, and ESOP); life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and education and training assistance.

Virginia Pay Range $12,000—$140,000 USD

Requirements of position:  Think analytically, effective verbal and written communication skills, make decisions, observe/remember details, interpret data, concentrate on tasks, adjust to change, handle stress/emotions.  Regular attendance, maintain work schedule, attend meetings, meet deadlines, keyboard/type, handle confidential information, use math/calculations, stay organized, operate office equipment, may direct others.   May be exposed to dust/dirt, humidity, and noise

Foxhole Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected class.

## About Foxhole Technology

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Foxhole Technology is a veteran-founded cybersecurity and IT engineering firm delivering mission-critical DevSecOps, cloud modernization, and full-scope cyber services to U.S. federal civilian and defense agencies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
- **Headquarters**: Herndon, Virginia, United States
- **Founded**: 2007
- **Founders**: Wes Hester

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Cybersecurity, IT Services, DevSecOps, Systems Engineering, Cloud Modernization
- **Target customers**: U.S. Federal Government (Defense & Civilian agencies), primarily B2G (Business-to-Government)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "To provide excellence in service delivery and be a trusted advisor."

## Products & Services

- **Full-Scope Cyber Services**: Penetration testing, threat hunting, forensics, vulnerability management, governance & compliance, and SOC operations.
- **Cloud & System Modernization**: Cloud optimization, architecture & infrastructure modernization, big data & data science, and IT/OT integration.
- **Application Development (Agile / DevSecOps)**: Scaled Agile, DevSecOps pipeline engineering, software/application development, and operational support.
- **Innovation as a Service (IaaS)**: Research & development, reverse engineering, and custom solution development.
- **Test & Evaluation**: Independent verification and validation, operational testing, and system-level evaluation.
- **BunkerWave (Proprietary Solution)**: Achieved "Awardable" status on the Platform One (P1) Solutions Marketplace and the CDAO Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (Private, ESOP-owned)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue estimated at **USD $22.5 million** (LinkedIn estimate)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Employee-owned (ESOP since 2021); holds key GSA contract vehicles including GSA MAS, GSA VETS 2, GSA OASIS+ (Unrestricted, SB, SDVOSB), and NIH CIO-SP3 SB (SDVOSB).
- **Growth Signals**:
    - Headcount of 86 employees, with **+5.9% yearly growth** (+7 people).
    - Earned **fifth-straight Great Place to Work® certification**.
    - BunkerWave solution achieved "Awardable" status on both Platform One and CDAO Tradewinds marketplaces, signaling innovation traction.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)** status provides preferential contracting access within the federal market.
- **Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)** creates a unique ownership culture where every eligible employee has a direct stake in company success.
- **Deep federal specialization** with 35+ years of leadership experience (CEO Wes Hester) and a leadership team with decades of DoD and civilian agency expertise.
- **Best-in-Class GWACs** (GSA OASIS+, NIH CIO-SP3, VETS 2) reduce barriers for clients to procure services quickly.

## Strategic Focus
- **Expanding DevSecOps & Cloud Modernization**: Leveraging Platform One and CDAO Tradewinds awards to grow in the defense innovation ecosystem.
- **Veteran Talent Pipeline**: Deepening the DoD SkillBridge partnership to recruit transitioning service members.
- **Employee Ownership Growth**: Using the ESOP structure to attract and retain top technical talent in a competitive government contracting market.
- **Innovation Services**: Growing the "Innovation as a Service" practice to solve complex, mission-critical problems for federal clients.

## Why Work Here
- **Employee Ownership**: All eligible employees receive annual ESOP shares at no cost, building long-term wealth.
- **Strong Work-Life Balance**: Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), federal holiday leave, and a culture that values equity in personal life.
- **Veteran-Friendly**: Veteran-founded and a DoD SkillBridge authorized partner; actively supports the military-to-civilian transition.
- **Total Rewards Package**: Medical, dental, vision, fully funded HRA, 401(k) with 5% company match, short/long-term disability, and life/AD&D insurance fully paid by the company.
- **Career Development**: Robust education reimbursement program for certifications and degrees.
- **Culture**: Certified Great Place to Work® for five consecutive years, based entirely on employee feedback.
- **Work Model**: Roles are primarily on-site at government client locations (e.g., Charleston, SC; Pensacola, FL; Ft. Meade, MD; Herndon, VA; Scott AFB, IL; Columbus, OH).
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on mission-critical work for defense and civilian agencies, with opportunities to work on cutting-edge DevSecOps and cyber operations.

## Sources
1. [foxholetechnology.com](https://www.foxholetechnology.com/)
2. [foxholetechnology.com/company](https://www.foxholetechnology.com/company)
3. [foxholetechnology.com/careers](https://www.foxholetechnology.com/careers)
4. [LinkedIn - Foxhole Technology](https://www.linkedin.com/company/foxhole-technology)
5. [Greenhouse - Foxhole Technology Jobs](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/foxholetechnology)

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