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# Senior System Administrator/DevOps Engineer - Linux & Kubernetes

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Annapolis, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, CentOS, Cyber Security, Linux, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Performance Tuning, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Containerization, Kubernetes, Vmware
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/us/en/find-jobs-in-United-States/-6630E2CC8145F5AE71/

## About the Role

* 10+ years of Linux System Administration or Systems Engineering experience.
 * Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, container technologies, and Bash scripting.
 * Active Security+ certification and experience supporting secure enterprise environments.
 * Experience with Python, Ansible, VMware, Salt, or DevOps methodologies is highly preferred.

## Description

Piper Companies is seeking a Sr. System Administrator/DevOps Engineer - Linux Kubernetes for a government technology and cybersecurity organization located in Annapolis Junction, MD. The Sr. System Administrator/DevOps Engineer - Linux Kubernetes will support a high-visibility mission environment and help maintain Kubernetes-based infrastructure supporting critical engineering and development initiatives. An ideal candidate for the Sr. System Administrator/DevOps Engineer - Linux Kubernetes is an experienced Linux administrator with strong Kubernetes expertise and a background supporting secure enterprise environments. This position is On-site in Annapolis Junction, MD.
Responsibilities of the Sr. System Administrator/DevOps Engineer - Linux Kubernetes:

 * Administer and maintain Linux (RHEL/CentOS) systems within a Kubernetes-based environment.
 * Support containerized infrastructure, deployment processes, and operational tooling.
 * Troubleshoot and optimize system performance, networking, storage, and security configurations.
 * Collaborate with engineering teams to support DevOps initiatives and mission-critical services., Compensation for the Sr. System Administrator/DevOps Engineer - Linux Kubernetes includes:
 * Salary range:
 * Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), sick leave as required by law, and PTO.