Linux Administrator

Allyon; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible medical plans

Wellness incentives

Telemedicine

401(k) with planning tools

HSA and FSA options

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Linthicum Heights, MD-based Allyon is hiring a Linux Automation Administrator to support the U.S. Air Force and DC3 in a high-responsibility environment.

You will provision and manage RHEL and Ubuntu servers, build Ansible Playbooks for patching and hardening, and oversee Kubernetes clusters and related services. The role requires Top Secret clearance eligibility, a Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in a relevant field, and experience with CaC tooling and Sec+ certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provision, manage, and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Ubuntu servers across several internet-connected and internet-disconnected networks.
• Develop, utilize, and maintain Ansible Playbooks to secure, patch, and configure Linux servers.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters as well as the workloads deployed on the clusters.
• Manage and configure connected services such as network adapters, storage, and firewalls.
• Deploy, configure, and support monitoring capabilities to detect anomalous conditions or service disruptions.
• Investigate service disruptions and provide root cause analysis reports and implement additional steps to prevent subsequent issues.
• Support deployments of new hardware and software applications and appliances.
• Schedule: The system administration team is expected to have on-site coverage 0600-1800 Monday-Friday and schedules will be coordinated with other members of the team to ensure this coverage. Core hours are 0930-1430 Monday-Friday, attendance is expected outside of this window as needed to support meetings, deployments, and team activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/IS/CS/Software Eng/Data Science/Math/Cybersecurity

Master's degree or PhD with relevant experience

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Kubernetes

GitHub

GitLab

Splunk

Grafana

SolarWinds

Job description

Linux AdministratorLinthicum Heights, MD Support mission-critical efforts for the United States Air Force and The Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3) by serving as a Linux Automation Administrator in a high-responsibility environment!

Before You Apply

This is a full-time W-2 position with Allyon. Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance required. Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD with relevant experience required Candidates cannot proceed in the application process without meeting the required qualifications listed above. Allyon does not sponsor security clearances and does not offer C2C opportunities for this role.

Why This Role Matters

By supporting the United States Air Force and DC3, your work directly contributes to protecting mission-critical systems and enabling proactive defense strategies. The DC3 team is seeking a Linux Automation Administrator to support a highly talented, highly motivated, and high-performing team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber investigations, digital forensics, cyber threat analysis, and mission support in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will contribute to protecting national security interests by leveraging technical expertise, analytical skills, and innovative problem-solving to address complex cyber challenges. Individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity, committed to excellence, and eager to make a meaningful impact are encouraged to apply.

What You Will Do

• Provision, manage, and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Ubuntu servers across several internet-connected and internet-disconnected networks.
• Develop, utilize, and maintain Ansible Playbooks to secure, patch, and configure Linux servers.
• Manage Kubernetes clusters as well as the workloads deployed on the clusters.
• Manage and configure connected services such as network adapters, storage, and firewalls.
• Deploy, configure, and support monitoring capabilities to detect anomalous conditions or service disruptions.
• Investigate service disruptions and provide root cause analysis reports and implement additional steps to prevent subsequent issues.
• Support deployments of new hardware and software applications and appliances.
• Schedule: The system administration team is expected to have on-site coverage 0600-1800 Monday-Friday and schedules will be coordinated with other members of the team to ensure this coverage. Core hours are 0930-1430 Monday-Friday, attendance is expected outside of this window as needed to support meetings, deployments, and team activities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience or a Master's degree and 3 year of experience. A degree in one of the following fields is highly desired: Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or Cybersecurity. However, an additional 4 years of relevant experience or specialized training may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Expertise with Configuration as Code (CaC) tooling, Ansible preferred.
• Expertise managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Ubuntu systems on disconnected environments.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tooling, Terraform preferred.
• Experience administering Kubernetes clusters and services.
• Experience managing secure computing environments to adhere with DISA STIGs and NIST 800-53 controls.
• Experience monitoring system uptime and performance with tools such as Splunk, Grafana, and SolarWinds.
• Experience providing detailed technical after-action reports with root cause analysis after outage or security incidents.
• Familiarity with host-level networking such as instance firewalls.
• Familiarity with storage provider management such as Network File Systems (NFS).
• Familiarity with source code management tooling such as GitHub or GitLab.

What's In It For You

• Four flexible medical plan options with premiums averaging 15% below industry benchmarks.
• Up to $1,800 in annual wellness incentives plus monthly rewards that put money back in your pocket.
• $0 telemedicine visits and open access provider networks with transparent pricing.
• 401(k) with modern planning tools plus HSA and FSA options for tax advantaged savings.
• Dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental coverage including accident and critical illness.
• Paid time off starting on day one plus flexibility to support balance.
• Your compensation is designed to make a real difference day to day, giving you the support and confidence to do your best work and live well outside of it.

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000. Compensation is determined based on experience, technical expertise, certifications, clearance level, and alignment to mission requirements and work location. Allyon offers a comprehensive total rewards package including benefits, and retirement contributions.

About Allyon

Allyon is a Federal solutions partner supporting Department of War, Intelligence, and Civilian agencies through expertise in Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure & Engineering, Enterprise IT, and Program Management. For more than 15 years, we have helped government teams operate securely, efficiently, and confidently by delivering solutions that keep critical missions moving. Our belief is simple. Mission success is built by people. We invest in our teams, our systems, and our culture with intention so our people can perform at their best and deliver when it matters most.

The Bottom Line

Ready to do meaningful work that supports real-world mission impact? At Allyon, culture drives performance. We combine mission-critical work with a Total Rewards approach that invests in your health, financial security, and long-term growth. If you want your skills to matter, your contributions to be recognized, and your compensation to reflect your value, this is your opportunity.