Linux System Administrator

Description
** TOP SECRET CLEARANCE
* SEC+ CERT REQUIRED DAY 1
**** IT - Linux Systems Administrator Primary Responsibilities As part of a cross-functional team, this role partners closely with organization members to support Linux-focused environments within secure labs. Responsibilities span Tier 1 through Tier 3 support, handling everything from frontline service requests to advanced engineering and troubleshooting. Tier 1 Frontline Support:
Respond to service requests, perform initial triage, gather required information, and provide first-line troubleshooting or escalation for Linux environments. Tier 2 Intermediate Support:
Implement, configure, and maintain Linux solutions, server hardware, virtualization platforms, and networking/storage technologies. Deploy updates and support operational stability efforts. Tier 3 Advanced Engineering & Security Support:
Resolve complex technical issues, handle advanced system escalations, and drive cross-functional resolutions across support levels. Security, Hardening & Compliance:
Utilize OpenSCAP, implement DISA STIG and NIST 800-53 security baselines, and execute automated system hardening and compliance remediation across enterprise assets. Automation & Security Tooling:
Contribute to automation, configuration management (Ansible preferred), and operational stability initiatives using industry-standard sec tools (such as vulnerability scanners and compliance auditing frameworks). Process Improvement:
Participate in the improvement of internal processes using frameworks such as LEAN, ACE, and CORE. Collaboration & Communication:
Build strong working relationships with customers and peers, foster connections with domestic U.S. DT peers, and effectively communicate with Engineering leadership to provide ROI based on project performance.

Qualifications

Experience:

University Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, an Advanced Degree in a related field, or 5+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. Technical Skills (Required):
Professional experience supporting Linux Systems Administration (RHEL and Ubuntu required), server administration, virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware), networking fundamentals, and compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, DISA STIG). OpenSCAP and security hardening experience strongly preferred. Ansible experience is heavily preferred. Certification (Required):
Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+) or higher. Clearance (Required):
Active Top Secret Government Security Clearance. Certifications (Preferred):o Linux administration certifications (RHCSA, RHCE, Ubuntu, etc.)o Automation / configuration management certifications (Ansible, Puppet, etc.)o Security certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.)Additional Details Environment:
Secure Labs / professional environment experience preferred.

Skills Linux, System administrator, Red hat, Active directory, Vmware, Ansible, Scripting, Automation, Rhel, Infrastructure Top Skills Details Linux,System administrator,Red hat,Active directory

Additional

Skills & Qualifications Qualifications

Experience:

University Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, an Advanced Degree in a related field, or 5+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree. Technical Skills (Required):
Professional experience supporting Linux Systems Administration (RHEL and Ubuntu required), server administration, virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware), networking fundamentals, and compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, DISA STIG). OpenSCAP and security hardening experience strongly preferred. Ansible experience is heavily preferred. Certification (Required):
Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+) or higher. Clearance (Required):
Active Top Secret Government Security Clearance. Certifications (Preferred):o Linux administration certifications (RHCSA, RHCE, Ubuntu, etc.)o Automation / configuration management certifications (Ansible, Puppet, etc.)o Security certifications (Sec+, CISSP, etc.)Additional Details Environment:
Secure Labs / professional environment experience preferred.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Richardson, TX.Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $52.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and…