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# Linux System Administrator

- **Company:** SimVentions Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $106,000.0 - $147,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Configuration Management, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Github, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Linux System Administration, Network Configuration and Change Management, Performance Tuning, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Secure Coding, Virtualization Technology, Cloud Platform System, Cloudformation, SC Clearance, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, 3-tier Architectures, Terraform, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins, Vmware
- **Published:** August 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/2a17e076-7369-4d76-971b-f81dc7baed7d

## About the Role

An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. ship is required to obtain a clearance.
Requirements:

 * 6+ years of experience with Linux system administration, including performance tuning, networking, and service management
 * Strong scripting and development skills in Bash, Python, or similar languages.
 * Hands?on experience with configuration management and infrastructure automation
 * Deep understanding of secure system configuration and federal compliance frameworks
 * Demonstrated experience setting up and maintaining small computer lab environments (hardware setup, OS imaging, network configuration, patching, and troubleshooting)
 * Proficiency with virtualization and containerization technologies (VMware, KVM, Docker, Podman), * Experience with infrastructure?as?code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
 * Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)
 * Experience with CI/CD platforms (GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions), We don?t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

## Description

SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia?s Best Places to Work year after year! We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to join our team. This position provides Linux systems engineering, administration, and DevSecOps support for secure development, test, and operational environments supporting NSWCDD laser, electro-optical (EO), and mission system programs. Candidate will need to be onsite at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren/Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division or Contractor Site 3-4 days per week. Ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience in a similar role.
Clearance, * Design, develop, and optimize Linux?based applications, tools, and system components

 * Lead administration and hardening of Linux systems (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) across production, development, and secure environments
 * Architect and implement automation solutions using Ansible, Terraform, Bash, Python, or similar tools
 * Diagnose and resolve complex system, network, and application issues, providing Tier 3 expertise
 * Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with federal security standards (STIGs, NIST, FISMA)
 * Support and enhance CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
 * Manage small computer lab environments, including workstation provisioning, OS imaging, patching, network configuration, and hardware lifecycle management
 * Produce clear documentation for system configurations, processes, and operational procedures, * Corporate Fellowship: Opportunities to participate in company sports teams and employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development.
 * Employee Appreciation:Multiple corporate events throughout the year, including Holiday Events, Company Picnic, Imagineering Day, and more.
 * Founding Partner of the FredNats Baseball team:Equitable distribution of tickets for every home game to be enjoyed by our employee-owners and their families from our private suite.
 * Food:We have a lot of food around here!


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