Linux Administrator

Actalent; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 days of PTO

11 holidays and 14% 401k match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Actalent is seeking an experienced IT Systems Administrator for a permanent role based in Huntsville, AL. Responsibilities include analyzing system logs, applying OS updates, and configuring hardware/software, while managing user accounts and supporting ATO requirements.

The role requires DoD RMF and security compliance experience, plus hands-on work with OpenShift, Ansible, and scripting. Strong AD and Windows server skills are essential in a hybrid onsite setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with RMF security plans and DoD compliance (NIST 800-171, CMMC, DISA STIGs).
• Experience with Windows server and Active Directory.
• Experience with OpenShift and Ansible Automation.
• Scripting experience in common languages.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system logs and identify issues in computer systems.
• Apply operating system updates, patches, and config changes.
• Install and configure new hardware and software.
• Manage user accounts and reset passwords.
• Support Approval to Operate (ATO) requirements and document system configurations.
• Troubleshoot anomalies and train personnel on system usage.

Skills

clearance

redhat

security+

networking

openshift

windows

server

rmf

nist 800-171

cmmc

disa

stigs

ansible

script

Tools

OpenShift

Ansible

GitLab

Veeam

NetApp

Cisco devices

Job description

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems, applying operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes, installing and configuring new hardware and software, and adding, removing, or updating user account information, including resetting passwords. Additional duties involve managing system security, documenting system configurations, troubleshooting anomalies, training personnel on the use of the system, and supporting Approval to Operate (ATO) requirements.

Skills

• clearance
• redhat
• security+
• networking
• openshift
• windows
• server
• rmf
• nist 800-171
• cmmc
• disa
• stigs
• ansible
• script

Top Skills Details

• clearance
• redhat
• security+
• networking

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Windows workstation and server experience
• Active Directory experience
• Experience with OpenShift
• Experience with Ansible Automation
• Experience with DoD security compliance (NIST 800-171, CMMC, DISA STIGs)
• Experience in scripting languages
• Experience in Layer 2/Layer 3 switching/routing, management of Cisco devices, and working knowledge of firewall technologies
• Experience supporting RMF security plans, procedures, and compliance
• Experience with any of the following: HPE/Synergy,Synology,NetApp,VEEAM, Gitlab

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $185000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• 18 days of pto
• 11 days of holiday - 14% 401kmatch Compensation We back our people with real rewardsfrom full health coverage to tuition support
• retirement contributions
• and student loan relief.
• Competitive compensation Comprehensive dental
• vision
• and medical coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Generous annual tuition reimbursement for eligible employees Employer contribution to retirement plan (in-plan Roth conversion) for eligible employees Employee discounts and exclusive perks Rewards and recognition Student loan debt program for eligible employees Work-life balance Work where and how you thrivewith hybrid options
• real flexibility
• and benefits that put family first.
• Hybrid and remote work options Flex time and comp time policies PTO and Military Leave Pregnancy and parental bonding leave for eligible employees Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) support Comprehensive health and wellness programs Professional development Grow at SPA with training
• mentorship
• and leadership thats always within reach.
• Diverse training programs Leadership development and mentor programs Center for Development resources Open-door policy with executive leadership Employee Resource Groups Fun at work We work hard
• celebrate often
• and build connections that laston and off the job.
• Annual company picnic and holiday parties Team-building events and retreats Social activities Employee recognition programs Collaborative
• inspiring workspaces

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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