Linux Systems Administrator

Description

Linux Systems Administrator

Location: Suitland, MD

Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI Required

Leidos is seeking an experienced Linux Systems Administrator to support missioncritical Scientific & Technical Intelligence (S&TI) systems at the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) in Suitland, MD. This role provides advanced Linux, cybersecurity, and enterprise infrastructure support within a dynamic classified environment enabling engineering analysis, modeling, and highperformance computing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize Linux server environments (RHEL & RPMbased).
• Perform system monitoring, issue resolution, patching, STIG hardening, and performance tuning.
• Execute and document IAVA/IAVB implementation and vulnerability remediation.
• Support VMware, NAS/NFS/CIFS, automation tools, and cluster services.
• Maintain and update HBSS, ACAS scanning, Trellix, and other security tools.
• Manage firewall rule updates, IDS/IPS configurations, and endpoint protection.
• Troubleshoot and maintain NetApp storage systems.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional engineering, cyber, and operations teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 6+ years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Active TS/SCI clearance (in DISS).
• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification (e.g. CASP, CISSP, GCIH, Etc.) or higher or the ability to obtain within 30 days of offer acceptance.
• Current Red Hat Certification (RHCA preferred) or the ability to obtain within 30 days of offer acceptance.
• Strong enterprise Linux administration and troubleshooting expertise.
• Experience with VMware, storage systems, secure transport protocols, and security configuration.
• Excellent communication, problemsolving, and customer support skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with FLEXnet License Manager.
• Background supporting mission systems or scientific/engineering software environments.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers.

• competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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