System Administrator - Linux

Company:

SAIC Location:

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Career Level:

Associate Industries:

Technology, Software, IT, Electronics Description Description SAIC is seeking a Linux System Administrator to be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and security of Windows-based workstations and services in compliance with DoD and ARL IT policies at the Army Research Laboratory in Aberdeen, MD . Work is performed on site. Join a team of dedicated professionals at an industry-leading organization, where you will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that contribute to national security. This position offers significant opportunities for career advancement and professional growth while supporting critical missions and operations.

Job Responsibilities:

Install, configure, and manage RHEL systems and Red Hat Enterprise Virtualization environments. Administer KVM virtualization, Puppet automation, and kernel-level tuning. Implement system patching, STIG compliance, and release/version control. Monitor performance, handle incident response, and ensure uptime and data integrity. Automate tasks using shell scripting, Ansible, or equivalent configuration management tools. Maintain backup and recovery solutions and ensure disaster recovery readiness. Conduct system audits and enforce DoD security requirements. Maintain accurate and comprehensive configuration documentation.

Qualifications Required Education and Experience :

Bachelors and three (3) years or more experience An additional 4 yrs of experience can be considered in lieu of Bachelor's degree. Three (3) years of relevant experience working in an IT or Service Desk environment. Ability to work with customers to develop new value-added programs and data solutions with existing structures and new requirements.

Clearance Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen. Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance. And must be willing to obtain a Top Secret clearance.

Required Certification:

IAT Level II Certification equivalent or higher per DoD 8570/DoD 8140 (CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, etc.). Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) Certification.

Preferred:

Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) v4 certification Experience with incident management within the ServiceNow Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) platform. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Experience creating and modifying documentation for technical processes and procedures. Experience working in a Department of Defense (DoD) environment. A problem solver and troubleshooter who thrives in resolving complex problems. Strong self-starter requiring minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Target salary range:

$40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.