> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2170152-linux-systems-administrator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2170152-linux-systems-administrator). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Systems Administrator - **Company:** Aquila Technology - **Location:** Lexington, MA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Apache HTTP Server, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Unix, Cisco IOS, Cyber Security, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Multi-Factor Authentication, VMware ESX Servers, Github, Identity and Access Management, Internet Small Computer System Interface (ISCSI), Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Linux Kernel, Linux System Administration, McAfee VirusScan, NetApp Applications, Network Architecture, Network File Systems, Network Service, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Public Key Infrastructure, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Server Administration, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Windows Desktop, Data Logging, Scripting, Gitlab, Linux Development, Information Technology, Vcenter, Patch Management, Network Server, Cisco, Vmware - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.crelate.com/portal/aquilatechnology/job/apply/sutbqh7n1mmr8wknbbajxa9f7e ## About the Role * Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree * Discipline/Major: Major in Computer Science * 3 years - Scripting and Task Automation (e.g. server installation, patch management, configuration) * 1 years - Raritan KVM * 3 years - Linux Kernel Networking * 1 years - PKI, Multi-Factor Authentication, and PIV Technologies * 3 years - Full Software Lifecycle Automation and Testing Tools * 3 years - GitLab * 3 years - Configure and Manage Centralized Logging and Audit Capabilities * 5 years - Hardware: Intel/AMD, Cisco, Sun/Oracle, Dell, Apple, EMC, NetApp * 5 years - Linux OS and scripting * 3 years - MS Active Directory, LDAP * 3 years - Red Hat 6/7/8 Linux Development Environment * 3 years - Red Hat Identity Management (IdM) or Free IPA Server * 3 years - Strong Backup Experience and Proven Ability to Protect Mission Critical Data * 5 years - Systems Administration * 3 years - UNIX platform, OSX, Cisco IOS * 1 years - Virtualization Technologies (VMware, including ESXi and VCenter configuration) * 1 years - Virtualization Technologies to include VM management, Snapshots, SANs and iSCSI Storage Systems, * Strong knowledge of Red Hat 7/8 Linux * Strong experience in scripting languages such as bash, python, or similar * Experience in setting up and deploying network services (e.g. GitLab/GitHub, Apache Web Server, NFS server) * Centralized account management (experience with Red Hat Identity Management or Free IPA server is a plus) * Possess or have the ability to obtain security relevant certifications within 6 months (e.g. Security+, Linux+ or equivalent) * Qualified candidates should be experienced in current Linux environments and have a strong understanding of system and network architecture and design. Preferred Skills: * Applied understanding of system hardening (experience with DoD system hardening guidelines is preferred, but not required) Benefits and Perks: Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home., Clearance Level: Candidates must have an active Secret clearance to be considered - Must be US Citizen ## Description Aquila Technology is seeking a Sr. Linux Systems Administrator to support one of the nation's premier defense research organizations. The team is in need of a talented Senior Linux Systems Administrator to support a mid-sized RedHat Linux environment with enterprise level requirements. Qualified candidates should be experienced in current Linux environments and have a strong understanding of system/network architecture and design. This role is responsible for performing systems administration on Red Hat 7/8 servers, Red Hat Identity Management (IdM), Red Hat Ansible Automation, and occasional Windows desktop and server. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate experience in server performance optimization, cyber security, OS and application patching, McAfee suite, scripting, storage, and disaster recovery., * Support projects involving developing and maintaining networks used to process and evaluate data collected from field tests and flight experiments. * Perform systems administration on Red Hat 7/8 servers, Red Hat Identity Management (IdM), Red Hat Ansible Automation, and occasional Windows desktop and server. * Performance optimization, cyber security, OS and application patching, McAfee suite, scripting, storage, and disaster recovery. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)