Linux Systems Admin & Cybersecurity Engineer (DoD RMF)

Datrose; McLeansville (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoLogics is seeking a Linux System Administrator / Cyber Security Professional for a 12-month contract in McLeansville, NC. The role requires a contractor W2 hourly arrangement and a clearance to work with DoD standards.

You will design, implement, and maintain secure Linux environments, manage Cisco network gear, and drive vulnerability remediation. You will collaborate with engineering teams, plan projects, compare vendors, and travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with at least 2 years in relevant roles.
• Experience administering Linux in small/medium networks.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and government security standards is a plus.
• Security patching and vulnerability scanning experience.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering development and ongoing program maintenance.
• Linux system administration.
• Network equipment (primarily Cisco) setup and maintenance.
• Design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions.
• Work well in a team, accept direction and criticism.
• Prioritize tasks to complete multiple assignments.
• Project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.
• Own tasks by identifying alternatives amidst barriers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experienced in Linux System Administrator for small/medium size networks.
• Understanding vulnerability and compliance scanning and security patching for DoD.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs and government security specs.
• Network architecture and LAN/NIC/Router configurations.
• Experience with Cisco equipment for small/medium networks.
• Hands-on networking including servers and devices.
• Ability to work solo or in team.
• Demonstrates ability to move into new teams and learn processes.
• Proven documentation and technical writing.
• Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audience.

Skills

Linux system administration

Vulnerability and compliance scanning

Network security concepts

Documentation / technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco equipment

Linux servers

Job description

GeoLogics is seeking a Linux System Administrator / Cyber Security Professional for a 12-month contract in McLeansville, NC. The role requires a contractor W2 hourly arrangement and a clearance to work with DoD standards.

You will design, implement, and maintain secure Linux environments, manage Cisco network gear, and drive vulnerability remediation. You will collaborate with engineering teams, plan projects, compare vendors, and travel up to 10%.