Embedded Linux Systems Administrator - DoD Lab Automation

SMX; Maryland; On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

SMX is seeking a Linux System Administrator to support an embedded lab environment at NAS Patuxent River. The Linux System Administrator will ensure deployed lab systems are fully compliant with DoD security and configuration standards by performing patching, scanning, backup, and STIG application.

The ideal candidate will have strong Linux expertise, practical scripting skills, and experience with automation through Ansible, combined with foundational troubleshooting and problem-solving

Qualifications

• Must hold Secret clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Onsite work at NAS Patuxent River (CWS eligible).
• Proficiency with Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu/CentOS) required.
• Proficiency with Linux shell scripting required.
• Experience with Ansible required.
• Foundational troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Follow established processes for compliance and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hardware support for deployed lab systems.
• Install, configure, and support OS and applications.
• Perform STIG application, patching, backups, and vulnerability scanning.
• Develop Linux scripts to support admin tasks.
• Create Ansible playbooks for automation.
• Troubleshoot issues across hardware, OS, apps, and networks.
• Collaborate with team to keep lab systems secure and functional.

Skills

Linux

Shell scripting

Ansible

Troubleshooting

DoD STIGs

Job description

SMX is seeking a Linux System Administrator to support an embedded lab environment at NAS Patuxent River. The Linux System Administrator will ensure deployed lab systems are fully compliant with DoD security and configuration standards by performing patching, scanning, backup, and STIG application.

The ideal candidate will have strong Linux expertise, practical scripting skills, and experience with automation through Ansible, combined with foundational troubleshooting and problem-solving