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# Linux Systems Administrator Principal

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** Broomfield, CO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $118,095 - $200,762
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Configuration Management, CompTIA Security+, Information Systems, Linux, DevOps, Integrated Development Environments, Python (Programming Language), Automation of Marketing, OpenShift, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Ruby, Software Engineering, Scripting, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Git Flow, Kubernetes, Puppet, Terraform, Docker, Vmware
- **Published:** November 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9315218/linux-systems-administrator-principal

## About the Role

* BS/BA in related field plus 6 or more years related experience.
 * Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
 * A current, active Top Secret/SCI Polygraph security clearance is required.
 * System administrator or software engineering in Red Hat Enterprise Linux OS environment.
 * CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoW 8570 IAT Level II certification.
 * Red Hat Certified Administrator (RHCSA) Certification or equivalent.

#LI-SW2

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

 * 4+ years of experience working in a classified environment.
 * Experience with Automation and IaC technologies and platforms including Ansible Automation, Terraform, Puppet, Chef, Vmware, AWS, Azure, etc.
 * Experience with container platforms including OpenShift, Podman, Docker, and Kubernetes.
 * Experience in Software Development practices including scripting in Python, Ruby, Bash, JavaScript, and CI/CD technologies including Git, Gitlab, GitOps, DevOps, etc.
 * 4+ years experience using Ansible and Satellite.
 * Experience supporting DISA, CMMC, DFARS, and NIST compliance.

## Description

Seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support the development, testing, and operations of spacecraft and ground systems at BAE Systems, Aerospace and Mission Systems (AMS). The position will serve as a technical resource to programs and engineering staff within integrated development teams to meet strategic and organizational goals. The role is responsible for the application of advanced technologies to operate, integrate, and maintain complex Linux Information Systems in a secure enterprise environment.

The National Space Strategic Business Unit works with members of the intelligence and defense communities to deliver space systems that drive mission success and provide resilient mission-level solutions to meet the customer's greatest challenges.

What You'll Do:

 * Responsible for the deployment and administration of secure Linux systems and Infrastructure Services to meet programmatic and customer requirements.
 * Expected to operate and maintain Ansible Automation playbooks and roles to support hardware, virtual, container based, and commercial cloud hosted environments.
 * Work includes implementation, configuration management, maintenance, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and monitoring of Linux services and solutions.
 * Participate within an integrated development team and processes including software development methodologies and practices.
 * Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
 * Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
 * Perform other duties as necessary.