Junior Computer Systems Analyst (Part-Time) with Security Clearance

Saalex Solutions - A Saalex Company; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate Fridays Off (9/80)

DoD credentials sponsorship

Professional development units (CEUs)

Job summary

Saalex Solutions - A Saalex Company in Ridgecrest, CA is seeking a Junior Computer Systems Analyst for a part-time, onsite role. You will help manage Linux and cloud environments, automate tasks, and strengthen security per DoD standards while supporting mission-critical test range operations.

The position emphasizes hands-on administration, automation, and collaboration in a hybrid/DevSecOps context, with opportunities to grow skills and earn DoD credentials.

Qualifications

• Active RHCSA or RHCE certification.
• Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification.
• Experience with core AWS services (VPC, EC2, S3, IAM) and scripting/automation.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs and vulnerability remediation.
• Less than 3 years in a technical discipline or BA/BS.
• Active U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on Linux and cloud systems administration across classified and unclassified environments.
• Automate provisioning, configuration, and deployments using Ansible, Terraform, and AWS CloudFormation.
• Harden systems per DISA STIGs and RMF controls; monitor security findings.
• Support CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline) for secure releases.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum with software developers and cyber leads.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

RHCSA/RHCE

IAT Level II

AWS services

Scripting (Bash/Python)

DevSecOps

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Jira

Confluence

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Description Saalex is seeking a Junior Computer Systems Analyst in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Position Type: Part-Time Salary: $36.00-$38.00 Hourly (depending upon experience) Work Location: Full-time onsite at China Lake, CA. About the Opportunity: Are you an experienced Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) looking for high-impact technical work paired with the flexibility of a part-time schedule? At Saalex Solutions, we support vital Department of Defense tactical training systems and test range capabilities. We are actively seeking a Senior Red Hat & Cloud Systems Administrator-while targeting a Senior, motivated Journeyman-level professionals with the right mindset, strong technical foundation, and drive to grow are strongly encouraged to apply! In this role, you will help maintain, automate, and modernize mission-critical systems across hybrid enterprise environments-bridging on-premise high-performance Linux enclaves with AWS cloud architectures. This position offers the ideal blend of high technical autonomy, cutting-edge DevSecOps tooling, and a flexible 20-25 hour workweek.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Alternate Fridays Off (9/80 Schedule): Enjoy standard three-day weekends every other week.
• Modern Tooling & Autonomy: Drive technical solutions across AWS cloud infrastructure, modern CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code automation.
• Direct Mission Impact: Support real-time systems essential to naval air warfare test ranges and national defense readiness.
• Continuous Growth & Mentorship: Full sponsorship for DoD cyber credentials, technical training, and professional development units (CEUs) to help you advance your career. Key Responsibilities: As our Linux and Cloud systems resource, you will perform hands-on administration, hardening, and automation across both classified and unclassified environments: * Enterprise Linux Administration: Deploy, configure, and administer multi-distribution Linux environments (primarily Red Hat Enterprise Linux [RHEL], CentOS, and Ubuntu) supporting real-time servers, lab environments, and field engineering workstations.
• AWS Cloud Engineering: Support, deploy, and maintain scalable AWS infrastructure utilizing VPC, EC2, EBS, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, RDS, and EFS.
• Infrastructure as Code & Automation: Automate routine provisioning, configuration, and deployments using Ansible, Terraform, or AWS CloudFormation.
• System Hardening & Compliance: Apply DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), evaluate Nessus/ACAS scan findings, and remediate vulnerabilities in alignment with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls.
• CI/CD & DevSecOps Enablement: Support and maintain continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines (GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, AWS CodePipeline) to enable reliable, secure software releases.
• Performance & Network Tuning: Proactively monitor server health, perform root-cause analysis on system alerts, and troubleshoot network routing (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and load balancing).
• Identity & Access Management: Administer user accounts, role-based privileges, and group security policies in accordance with DoD and Navy cybersecurity directives.
• Agile Collaboration: Participate in Agile/Scrum sprint coordination, providing dependable infrastructure and deployment support to software developers, test engineers, and cyber leads.
• Other duties as assigned. Requirements Required: * Operating System Certification: Active Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
• Cybersecurity Baseline (DoD 8140 / 8570 Compliant): Active DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, or equivalent).
• Cloud & Automation Exposure: Practical experience with core AWS services (VPC, EC2, S3, IAM) and scripting/automation tools (Bash, Python, Ansible, or Terraform).
• Security Hardening: Familiarity with DISA STIGs, SCAP compliance tools, and vulnerability remediation.
• Less than 3 years in a technical discipline or a BA/BS
• Performs testing duties under the oversight of senior staff with a high drive to learn advanced testing methodologies, design review processes, and systems integration. Desired: * AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator.
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes/OpenShift).
• Prior experience supporting Navy/DoD test range facilities (NAWCWD China Lake / Point Mugu or similar SSA environments).
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) or enterprise Git repositories. Education: * Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with less than 3 years. Security Clearance: * Must possess an active Secret clearance with the ability to gain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.