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Linux System Administrator

Searchability Aerospace & Defense

LINUX SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR - Northern Virginia

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.

We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to support large-scale Linux enterprise environments operating within highly secure settings.

This is an opportunity to work across both traditional infrastructure and modern cloud environments while supporting mission-critical systems and services in the intelligence community.

THE BENEFITS

  • Unbeatable benefits package + competitive salary
  • Secure long-term programs
  • Diverse infrastructure environment
  • Strong career development opportunities

THE SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR ROLE

You will be responsible for system administration, security patching, troubleshooting, hardware support, infrastructure monitoring, and cloud platform support.

The role requires strong technical problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while supporting complex operational environments.

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR ESSENTIAL SKILLS

  • 5+ years Linux Systems Administration experience
  • Strong Linux operating systems knowledge
  • Scripting and automation experience (Bash, Python)
  • Understanding of networking fundamentals (switching, VLANS, storage)
  • Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure
  • Active Top Secret clearance
  • Security+

DESIRABLE

  • Kubernetes environments
  • Cloud infrastructure experience

TO BE CONSIDERED

Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly at . I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit between 7am and 8pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. xhyhwjd

By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

I look forward to hearing from you.

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR / LINUX ADMINISTRATOR / RED HAT / KUBERNETES / CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE / PUPPET / SECURITY+ / CISSP / TS/SCI / CI POLYGRAPH / NETWORKING / ENTERPRISE LINUX

Vacancy posted 17 days ago
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