Senior Systems Administrator / Data Platform SME

Posted:
7/31/2026, 3:52:09 AM

Location(s):
McLean, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Workplace Type:
Remote

Company Overview
Spry Methods is a proven provider of mission-focused technology, cybersecurity, and program management solutions supporting critical Federal and DoD missions. We specialize in delivering integrated, high-impact solutions across cyber operations, enterprise resource management, and mission support services. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation - empowering our teams to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, high-security environments. 

Who We’re Looking For (Position Overview):

Spry Methods is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator / Data Platform SME to support the United States Marine Corps (USMC). This position supports the modernization, administration, and sustainment of a mission-critical leadership dashboard hosted within the Advana platform, utilizing Databricks and Qlik Sense to provide enterprise cybersecurity reporting and eMASS data visualization for senior leadership.

This role is ideal for a technical professional with expertise in enterprise data platforms, systems administration, dashboard development, and data engineering who enjoys building secure, scalable solutions that enable informed decision-making across large organizations.

The Senior Systems Administrator / Data Platform SME will lead the administration and enhancement of an enterprise analytics platform supporting Marine Corps cybersecurity operations. This individual will develop and maintain secure data pipelines, administer Databricks environments, build advanced Qlik Sense dashboards, implement enterprise data governance practices, and ensure the platform remains reliable, secure, and optimized for operational use.

In addition to technical execution, this role will partner closely with government stakeholders to produce technical documentation, support operational transitions, and provide knowledge transfer that ensures long-term sustainment of the platform.

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Perks of Working for Us (Benefits):

Medical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options

- Traditional - PPO Open Access Plus Network

- (2) HDHP - PPO Open Access Plus Network

- HDHP - EPO Open Access Plus Network

Dental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up Plans

Vision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice Network

Paid Holidays: Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per year

Training Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education

401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company match

For our full list of benefits, please visit http://www.sprymethods.com/careers/benefits/

 
EEO Statement
At Spry, we believe talented and dedicated employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of our success. We are committed to crafting a diverse and inclusive workplace that endorses engagement, creativity, quality and innovation.
 
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.