Linux System Administrator – Top Secret Clearance

Tech Cratic; Clarksburg (MD); Remote; USD 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Cratic presents an exciting opportunity for a Linux System Administrator with Top Secret clearance to support mission-critical systems at a federal agency. You will manage both on-premises and cloud-based solutions, ensuring security and reliability in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values innovation and excellence in IT operations, while benefiting from a competitive salary and a commitment to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with enterprise network administration tools.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.
• Expert in Linux configuration, shell scripting, and package management.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing complex system issues and implementing solutions.
• Designing and implementing new system architectures.
• Monitoring system performance and optimizing uptime.

Skills

Linux operating systems

Windows Server environments

AWS cloud platforms

Azure cloud platforms

Network infrastructure

Agile methodologies

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Job title: Linux System Administrator – Top Secret Clearance

Company: Edgewater Federal Solutions, Inc.

Job description: Overview:Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to support mission-critical systems for a federal law enforcement customer. This remote role, based out of Clarksburg, WV, offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of federal IT operations, ensuring the security, performance, and reliability of complex enterprise environments.As a Linux System Administrator, you will serve as a technical authority responsible for the design, deployment, and maintenance of both on-premises and cloud-based systems. Your role will encompass diagnosing advanced system issues, optimizing performance, forecasting future infrastructure needs, and guiding a range of system-level security initiatives. You’ll collaborate with agile teams and customer stakeholders to implement modern solutions that align with strategic goals and compliance requirements. To be considered for this position, candidates must have an active Top Secret clearance and be willing to travel once a quarter to WV.Salary is at $104,586 Responsibilities:

• Diagnosing and resolving complex system issues that may require in-depth analysis and creative solutions.
• Contributing to the design and implementation of new system architectures, including server configurations, network topology, and data storage solutions.
• Monitoring system performance metrics and identifying bottlenecks to optimize system efficiency and uptime.
• Implementing robust security measures, managing user access controls, and staying updated on emerging cyber threats
• Forecasting future system needs and planning for hardware upgrades or infrastructure scaling to accommodate growth.
• Providing technical guidance and training to other system administrators on best practices and new technologies. Qualifications:
• Minimum of five years of experience with enterprise network administration tools.
• Possess extensive understanding of specific operating systems, hardware, network protocols, security measures, and cloud technologies relevant to their organization.
• Expert knowledge of Linux operating systems, including system configuration, shell scripting, and package management.
• Advanced expertise in managing Windows Server environments, Active Directory, and related technologies.
• Deep understanding of AWS and Azure cloud platforms, including cloud security and resource management.
• Expertise in network infrastructure, routing protocols, firewalls, and network security.
• Experience working in an Agile organization using Scrum, XP, Kanban, and SAFe.

About Us:Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2024.It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other status protected by applicable law.#LI-SW1

Expected salary: $104586 per year

Location: Clarksburg, WV

Job date: Sat, 19 Apr 2025 05:50:06 GMT

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