Linux Systems Administrator — RDTE (Secret Clearance)

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies in Dahlgren, VA seeks a Linux Systems Administrator to join our RDT&E team. You will manage Linux servers and workstations, support deployments, and ensure system reliability in an unclassified network.

The role requires 4–5 years of Linux admin experience, DoD 8570/IAT Level II or equivalent, and a Secret clearance with potential Top Secret eligibility. Travel 10–25% and US citizenship are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in Linux-based server and workstation administration.
• Ability to analyze problems and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to document SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical problem solving for Linux system operations.
• Administer and manage Linux servers and clustered systems in an RDT&E environment.
• Support software installations, licenses management, and backup/recovery of configurations.
• Collaborate with developers to implement updates and troubleshoot as needed.
• Participate in planning hardware acquisitions and deployment requirements.
• Travel 10–25% as required for installations and testing.

Skills

Linux system administration

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Security awareness

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Jira

HP hardware

Dell hardware

Job description

Bowhead Family of Companies in Dahlgren, VA seeks a Linux Systems Administrator to join our RDT&E team. You will manage Linux servers and workstations, support deployments, and ensure system reliability in an unclassified network.

The role requires 4–5 years of Linux admin experience, DoD 8570/IAT Level II or equivalent, and a Secret clearance with potential Top Secret eligibility. Travel 10–25% and US citizenship are required.