Linux Systems Technician — Federal IT Security & STIGs

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.; Edwards (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is seeking a Linux Systems Technician to support the ARTEMIS team at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. The role focuses on Linux system administration, security compliance, and infrastructure development to support AFRL missions.

The position requires experience with Linux, STIG/SRG guidelines, and DoD certifications, working within a mixed classified and unclassified environment. On-site work at Edwards AFB is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience administering Linux systems in complex IT environments.
• Familiarity with security guidelines and STIG/SRG compliance.
• Ability to troubleshoot across hardware, software, and network layers.

Responsibilities

• Provide hardware, software, and network support on Linux systems.
• Work with vendors and third-party providers to resolve issues.
• Configure and maintain system hardening tools.
• Ensure compliance with DOD SRG and STIG guidelines.
• Develop and maintain testing frameworks for Linux software.
• Develop hosting platform for common software.
• Build infrastructure for networked Linux boxes (SSO, LDAP, SAN, accounts).
• Install and verify open-source software per guidelines.
• Apply STIG/SRG configurations and security patches.
• Provide professional customer service and communications.

Skills

Linux system administration

Network concepts

Troubleshooting

Security best practices

Education

CompTIA Linux+ certification

Red Hat Enterprise Administrator certification

Tools

Puppet

Job description

SMS Data Products Group, Inc. is seeking a Linux Systems Technician to support the ARTEMIS team at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. The role focuses on Linux system administration, security compliance, and infrastructure development to support AFRL missions.

The position requires experience with Linux, STIG/SRG guidelines, and DoD certifications, working within a mixed classified and unclassified environment. On-site work at Edwards AFB is expected.