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Linux-focused System Administrator (Level 2)The EmergeATS National Security Team is seeking an experienced Linux-focused System Administrator (Level 2) to support a mission-critical program within the Intelligence Community at Fort Meade, MD. This is an on-site position in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) environment requiring a TS/SCI clearance with an active Full Scope Polygraph prior to consideration. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day administration, security compliance, and operational health of complex Linux-based infrastructure spanning virtualized environments, container platforms, and classified networked systems.
Key Responsibilities
Linux Systems AdministrationSecurity Compliance
- SSP, RMF, and STIGSTE/STN SupportPKI, TLS, and Cryptographic ManagementContainers and Cloud EnvironmentsVirtualizationStorage ManagementIP Networking and Firewall ManagementQualificationsBachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted.5+ years of system administration experience in classified or secure DoD/IC environments.
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
- must be active prior to startDeep hands-on Linux proficiency across RHEL, Rocky Linux, and/or CentOSDemonstrated experience with DISA STIGs and SCAP compliance scanningWorking knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 controls and RMF processExperience with SSP development and A&A/ATO activitiesHands-on STE/STN installation, configuration, and support experienceSolid understanding of PKI/TLS/cryptographic standards including DoD PKI and FIPS enforcementStrong IP networking fundamentals and host-based firewall managementExperience with container platforms (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or OpenShift)Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, KVM/QEMU)Storage management experience with NAS, SAN, LVM, and/or distributed storageDoD 8140 IAT Level II compliance (Security+, CASP+, or equivalent)Desired SkillsExperience with Ansible, Puppet, SaltStack, or ChefProficiency in Bash and Python scriptingOpenShift Container Platform experience in classified deploymentsExperience with cross-domain solutions (CDS)Familiarity with DoD cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, C2S)Red Hat RHCSA or RHCE certificationYearly salary starting at $180k. Benefits include 401(k), health insurance, paid time off, vision insurance, and dental insurance.