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# Systems Administrator (Linux SME)

- **Company:** Cinteot Inc.
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Bash Shell, System Configuration, Software Debugging, Linux, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Linux Kernel, Ansible, System Software, Scripting, Information Technology, Multiplatform
- **Published:** May 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=bad4f88f5c164eac

## About the Role

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or an AIS degree required plus 10 years of experience
 + A minimum of 5 years of experience developing system software in heterogeneous, multi-platform environments
 + Proficiency in Bourne/Bash and Expect scripting
 + Proficiency in debugging issues with the Linux kernel including examining source code, system logs, and using tools such a crash and systemtap.
 + Experience with managing Satellite repositories to apply patches and build custom kernels as required to implement functionality or address security concerns
 + Familiarity with automating approaches to configuring and maintaining (e.g. patching) systems using Ansible and Satellite Server
 + Understanding and experience working with identity management systems including LDAP and token-based authentication systems



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