Linux System Administrator

Information Management Group, Inc.; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with match

HSA

Job summary

Information Management Group, Inc. is seeking a Senior Linux System Administrator to join the Schenectady, NY team on‑site. You will oversee RedHat Linux, OpenShift, VMware, and Cloudera environments, ensure stability, security, and performance, and adhere to NIST RMF guidelines.

You will implement security controls, monitor systems, manage updates, and develop DR plans, while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to meet mission requirements.

Qualifications

• DOD Top Secret or DOE Q clearance required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience with RedHat Linux, VMware, and OpenShift.
• 2+ years of experience supporting security authorization packages per RMF (NIST 800-37/53/53a).
• Experience implementing DISA STIGs for RHEL or similar Linux.
• Strong understanding of NIST 800-53 compliance and system security principles.
• Scripting/automation experience (Bash, Python).
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize RedHat Linux systems, OpenShift, VMware, and Cloudera platforms.
• Implement and enforce security to meet NIST 800-53 standards.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot, and perform maintenance.
• Manage updates, patches, and upgrades to ensure integrity.
• Develop and enforce backup and disaster recovery plans.
• Support system configurations, user management, and access control.
• Document configurations, procedures and updates.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate services.

Skills

Clearance handling

RedHat Linux

VMware

OpenShift

Security compliance

Scripting (Bash/Python)

NIST RMF knowledge

System hardening

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

4+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Cloudera

Denodo

Neo4j

LakeFS

OpenShift AI

Job description

Senior Linux System Administrator

Job Locations: US‑NY‑Schenectady

Information Management Group (IMG) is seeking a highly motivated Senior Linux Systems Administrator to join our team in Schenectady, NY. This on‑site position requires a professional who brings strong technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to problem‑solving.

The successful candidate will oversee and maintain current enterprise RedHat Linux environment to ensure the stability, security and performance of these systems, while adhering to U.S. government risk management frameworks such as NIST 80-0-52.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize RedHat Linux systems, OpenShift, VMWare, and Cloudera platforms including authentication, cluster management, user management, monitoring, performance and data management
• Implement and enforce security measures to meet NIST 800-53 standards
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform regular maintenance
• Manage system updates, patches, and upgrades to ensure system integrity
• Develop and enforce backup and disaster recovery plans
• Provide support for system configurations, user management, and access control
• Document system configurations, procedures and updates
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate and manage applications and services

Qualifications

• Clearance: DOD Top Secret or DOE Q
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 4+ additional years of experience in lieu of degree
• 5+ years of experience with RedHat Linux, VMware, and OpenShift cumulative
• 2+ years of experience supporting development of information system security authorization packages in accordance with Risk Management Framework (NIST 800-37, 800-53, 800-53a)
• Demonstrated experience implementing, validating, and remediating DISA STIG requirements for Red Hat Enterprise Linux or comparable Linux operating systems.
• Strong understanding of system security principles and experience with NIST 800-53 compliance
• Proficient in system performance tuning, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
• Experience with scripting and automation (e.g., Bash, Python)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Cloudera Data Platforms (CDP)
• Experience with Denodo data virtualization
• Experience with Neo4j development and administration or other graph database technologies
• Experience with LakeFS, RedHat OpenShift AI or other data versioning and MLOps tools
• Knowledge of infrastructure security, endpoint protection, vulnerability management tools
• Relevant certifications (e.g., RHCE, VCP, CCA)

About IMG

Founded in 1987, IMG is a nationally recognized small business known for its commitment to excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction. For more than 35 years, we have delivered high-quality Information Technology and professional services to federal customers, consistently exceeding expectations through innovative solutions and exceptional service.

At IMG, our success is driven by our people. We foster a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a lasting impact on the missions we support.

Why Join IMG?

Join a team that has built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and customer commitment. At IMG, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful government missions while growing your career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Time Off and Paid Federal Holidays
• Professional Development and Training Assistance