On-Site Linux Systems Admin: Grow into Azure Gov

Austincc; Logan, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) seeks a Linux Systems Administrator to support operation, maintenance, and provisioning of Linux systems across the organization. The role focuses on on-premises Linux administration with patching, user/group management, provisioning, and troubleshooting.

The position is on-site in North Logan, UT and may support air-gapped environments. Responsibilities include patching, provisioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting, with growth toward broader Linux

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional Linux administration or closely related IT experience; bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of Linux system administration fundamentals.
• Experience with Linux patching, software/package management, and system maintenance.
• Experience managing Linux users, groups, permissions, and access.
• Familiarity with provisioning and configuring Linux systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot Linux OS and applications.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine patching, updates, and maintenance of Linux systems.
• Provisions and configures new Linux servers and virtual machines.
• Manages Linux user accounts, groups, permissions, and access.
• Monitors system health and troubleshoots OS, services, storage, and performance issues.
• Supports RHEL, Rocky Linux, and Ubuntu systems.
• Assists with Linux application installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and ongoing support.
• Performs routine system administration tasks including service management, log review, filesystem management, and configuration changes.
• Assists with vulnerability remediation and system hardening activities.
• Maintains accurate system configurations and technical documentation.
• Provides support for virtualized Linux systems.
• Works with senior admins/engineers to troubleshoot issues and implement changes.
• Participates in after-hours maintenance windows and occasional calls.

Skills

Linux administration

System patching

User and group management

Troubleshooting

Azure/ GCC High familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of related experience

Tools

RHEL

Rocky Linux

Ubuntu

VM provisioning

Job description

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) seeks a Linux Systems Administrator to support operation, maintenance, and provisioning of Linux systems across the organization. The role focuses on on-premises Linux administration with patching, user/group management, provisioning, and troubleshooting.

The position is on-site in North Logan, UT and may support air-gapped environments. Responsibilities include patching, provisioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting, with growth toward broader Linux