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# Linux System Administrator

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Hampton, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $125,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Software Applications, Linux, Data Intelligence, Package Management Systems, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Solaris (Operating System), Backup and Restore
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9210331/linux-system-administrator

## About the Role

* B.S. and 2-4 years of experience or no degree and 10-12 years of experience.
 * Linux experience is required (Solaris, Linux, Red Hat, etc).
 * Knowledge in deploying, maintaining, and troubleshooting core Linux capabilities including Active Directory authentication, permission management, and package management.
 * Must be able to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance.

## Description

* Perform a variety of system administration and maintenance functions associated with the monitoring and controlling LINUX and Windows computers hosting classified intelligence data and software applications.
 * Administrative operations include performing configuration changes, system backup and restore, troubleshooting, and user account administration.
 * Other functions include maintaining system operational availability, supporting installations, developing solutions to technical issues.