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Leidos · 7 hours ago

Linux Systems Administrator

Springfield, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$73K/yr - $133K/yr

5+ years exp

Leidos is seeking an experienced, customer-facing Linux Systems Administrator to join their dynamic team supporting mission-critical infrastructure in a secure, classified environment. This role combines strong technical expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) with excellent communication skills to deliver reliable support to government customers and internal stakeholders.

ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments, including demonstrated experience managing both physical and virtual infrastructure in data center settings

Serve as a customer-facing administrator, assisting users with application, account, hardware, or other technical issues in a professional and responsive manner

Build, maintain, update, and retire virtual, physical, and cloud-based Red Hat (and supporting Windows) hosts

Perform hardware/asset management, server and workstation deployment, and create efficient automation solutions (e.g., scripting, Ansible) for repetitive tasks

Maintain and support Enterprise Storage systems (e.g., IBM ESS or similar vendor arrays)

Provision, adjust, or tear down project resources such as Kubernetes namespaces, virtual/physical hosts, workstations, etc

Execute data center tasks including equipment inventory, racking and cabling servers, hardware troubleshooting, and repairs

Maintain hardware across workstations, servers, Enterprise Storage Arrays from multiple vendors, network equipment, etc., including fault identification, troubleshooting, and coordinating replacement parts orders/installations

Coordinate major activities such as data center disruptions (e.g., power work), including clear communication with users and Government Points of Contact (GPOCs)

Support installation, updating, troubleshooting, and removal of specialty applications, services, and systems to meet project and user needs

Install, implement, maintain, and update security controls necessary to sustain required security posture and support Authority to Operate (ATO) for assets

Produce clear, usable documentation for internal teams and customers, including procedures, runbooks, and troubleshooting guides

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability, performance, and compliance in a fast-paced environment

Qualification

Red Hat Enterprise LinuxScripting/AutomationData Center OperationsEnterprise StorageKubernetes/OpenShiftSecurity Controls ImplementationHardware ManagementWindows Server AdministrationCommunication SkillsDocumentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field and 5 years of relevant Linux systems administration experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

Strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, including installation, configuration, patching, troubleshooting, and performance tuning in physical/virtual environments

Hands-on experience with data center operations, hardware management (racking, cabling, troubleshooting), and server/workstation deployment

Demonstrated scripting/automation skills (e.g., Bash, Ansible, or similar) to streamline repetitive tasks

Excellent documentation and communication skills, with proven ability to produce clear technical materials and interact professionally with customers and stakeholders

Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, or equivalent IAT Level II)

U.S. Citizenship required