Senior Linux Administrator

** Torch Technologies
** Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country.

Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical expert with extensive experience in administering Linux in classified DoW environments. You will ensure platform stability, security compliance, and performance while supporting scientists, engineers, and operational stakeholders in delivering next-generation warfighter capabilities. This position is located onsite at Eglin AFB, FL.
** As a Senior Linux Administrator, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
**** Linux System Administration & Operations
*** Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux systems supporting mission applications, laboratory environments, and operational platforms.
* Lead day-to-day operations of Linux infrastructure including patching, user management, system monitoring, and incident response.
* Perform system hardening in accordance with DISA STIGs and Air Force security standards.
* Provide Tier III/IV support for complex system issues and root cause analysis.
** Infrastructure Support & Virtualization
*** Support virtualization and container platforms including VMWare, KVM, Docker, and Kubernetes.
* Manage storage integrations (SAN/NAS/object storage) and support data-intensive and HPC workloads as required.
* Coordinate with network, cybersecurity, and facilities teams to ensure reliable infrastructure operations.
* Participate in hardware installs, upgrades, and lifecycle replacement activities.
** Automation, Scripting & Configuration Management
*** Develop and maintain automation using Ansible, Terraform, and Bash/Python scripting to improve system reliability and deployment efficiency.
* Support Infrastructure as Code practices and standardized configuration baselines.
* Assist with CI/CD pipeline integration for Linux-based platforms.
** Security, Compliance & Documentation
*** Maintain system compliance with RMF requirements, DISA STIGs, and NIST 800-series controls.
* Support ATO package development, continuous monitoring, and vulnerability remediation.
* Implement logging, auditing, access controls, and backup strategies across environments.
* Develop and maintain SOPs, system documentation, and architecture diagrams using tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, and Confluence.
** Leadership & Knowledge Transfer
*** Serve as a senior technical resource for Linux operations.
* Mentor junior administrators and provide operational best practices.
* Collaborate closely with engineering teams, cybersecurity staff, and program leadership to ensure mission success.
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* Required Qualifications:

*** U.S. Citizenship
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related field. 4 years’ additional experience in lieu of degree.
* 8 years of Linux system administration experience, ideally supporting DoW or Air Force research environments.
* DoD 8570 IAT Level II compliant (Security+ required; RHCSA/RHCE preferred).
* Senior-level experience administering Linux systems.
* Strong proficiency with Bash and/or Python scripting.
* Experience with configuration management and automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform.
* Working knowledge of RMF processes, STIG implementation, and enclave compliance.
* Hands-on experience with virtualization and container platforms.
* Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform hands-on system installations as needed.
* Active Secret clearance required gible for SAP access; willingness to complete CI polygraph if required.
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