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# Unix/Linux Administrator

- **Company:** Watershed Security
- **Location:** Dahlgren, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $60,000.0 - $65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unix, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Linux System Administration, Network Protocols, Performance Tuning, Software Systems, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Operational Systems
- **Published:** July 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gjhuh2

## About the Role

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Key Responsibilities Three (3) years of professional experience in UNIX and/or Linux System Administration of networks and software systems. Experience in system backup and recovery; basic software management; security management and library management; installation and configuration of hardware; operational systems and COTS software; operating computer systems in different operating environments; and sizing, performance, tuning, hardware/software/network troubleshooting and resource allocation. Experience in different network protocols including TCP/IP and major network security tools. This position is required to be designated as IAT II level with a Top Secret. Qualifications

 + 3+ years of experience in Unix/Linux Systems Administration of networks and software systems.

 + Experience in system backup and recovery; basic software management; security management and library management

 + Experience with installation and configuration of hardware; operational systems and COTS software; operating computer systems in different operating environments.

 + Experience with sizing, performance, tuning, hardware/software/network troubleshooting and resource allocation.

 + Clearance: Must possess an active DoD Top Secret security clearance.

 + Work location: Onsite in Dahlgren, VA, Monday - Friday, 8am -4.30pm



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