IT Systems Administrator 3

IT Systems Administrator 3

At ULA, the System Administrator 3 – Linux / Cloud is responsible for the administration, maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and operational support of Linux systems across on-premises and cloud environments. This role works more independently than entry-level administrators and is expected to take ownership of routine operational work, resolve moderately complex technical issues, and contribute to the stability, security, and performance of enterprise infrastructure. The position includes supporting Linux servers, cloud-hosted systems, patching and upgrades, monitoring and alert response, incident support, access administration, backup verification, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.

The ideal candidate brings solid Linux administration experience, practical cloud operations knowledge, sound troubleshooting ability, and the discipline to work within established operational processes while helping improve them over time.

Required Education: Bachelor

Required Years of Experience: Minimum of 4 years of related work experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university
• Experience administering enterprise Linux systems in production environments
• Strong Linux administration skills (e.g., CLI, services, filesystems, permissions, package management, system, logging, performance)
• Experience supporting cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or similar)
• Experience with system operations: monitoring, patching, upgrades, backups, and incident support
• Proven troubleshooting ability for Linux systems and services with limited supervision
• Working knowledge of virtualization, storage, networking, and security fundamentals
• Experience with scripting or automation (Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar)
• Ability to perform routine and moderately complex administration tasks independently
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ownership, accountability, and attention to detail in operational work
• Good judgment in troubleshooting, prioritization, and escalation
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a team
• Calm, methodical approach during incidents and production issues
• Commitment to documentation, standardization, and continuous improvement
• Ability to support or guide junior team members when needed

Summary Salary Range for ULA - Denver: $99,604.00 - $166,007.00

Summary Salary Range for ULA - Vandenberg AFB: $99,498 - $165,830

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.