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# Junior Linux System Administrator [$196k/yr+] TS/SCI-FS Poly

- **Company:** SYSTOLIC, INC.
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $196,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unix, System Configuration, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Networking Hardware, Linux System Administration, Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, Shell Script, Software Engineering, Solaris (Operating System), Information Technology, Software Performance
- **Published:** October 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9207586/junior-linux-system-administrator-196kyr-tssci-fs-poly

## About the Role

* Degree: Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
 * Years of experience: 5+ years
 * Total Compensation: $196k+ yearly (tentative)

## Description

* Provide system administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting for IT systems in Linux and Solaris environments.
 * Deliver Tier 1 and Tier 2 problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution support to users.
 * Monitor system operations, perform capacity planning, and execute hardware and software performance tuning.
 * Write Perl and Shell scripts to automate administration tasks and support system operations.
 * Support Oracle database installation, setup, and configuration., * Support the implementation, troubleshooting, and daily maintenance of IT systems, including client, server, storage, and network devices.
 * Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution for hardware and software issues.
 * Administer and configure systems within UNIX and Linux environments.
 * Perform server performance tuning, resource optimization, and capacity analysis at both hardware and software levels.
 * Escalate operational issues and communicate status to management and internal stakeholders.
 * Assist end users in accessing, configuring, and utilizing IT systems effectively.
 * Perform Oracle database installation, configuration, and setup.
 * Develop and maintain Perl and Bourne Shell scripts for routine system administration functions.