TS Linux Administrator

Insight Global
Lexington Park, MD, United States
8 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$85,280.0 - $106,080.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Ubuntu (Operating System) CentOS Computer Networks Linux Linux on Embedded Systems Routing Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible Solaris (Operating System) VMware Virtualization Firewalls (Computer Science)
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Job description

IG is seeking an Embedded Linux System Administrator to support a lab environment on-site at Patuxent River. This role focuses on hands-on support of hardware and operating systems within an embedded environment. The Linux System Administrator will be responsible for ensuring deployed lab systems remain compliant, secure, and operational through proper patching, scanning, and backup practices. The ideal candidate will bring strong Linux experience, foundational troubleshooting skills, and the ability to support a mix of RDT&E builds and day-to-day lab sustainment efforts. salary will range based on a variety of factors from $49/hr to $72/hr

Requirements

Clearance Required: Top Secret

  • 3+ years of related experience
  • Ability to work onsite at NAS Patuxent River
  • Proficiency with Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu/Solaris/CentOS)
  • Foundational knowledge in troubleshooting, critical thinking, and planning
  • Basic familiarity with compliance practices including STIGs, patching, and vulnerability scanning
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

  • Windows experience
  • Experience with Ansible
  • Exposure and familiarity with networking concepts (routing, switching, firewalls)
  • Familiarity with VMware virtualization technologies
  • Exposure to storage administration
  • Prior lab environment or RDT&E support experience

Benefits & conditions

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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