Onsite Linux Systems Administrator - Secret Clearance Ready

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Mid-Level Linux System Administrator for an on-site role in Norco, CA. The candidate will manage Linux infrastructure, apply security hardening, and act as a subject matter expert for Linux systems within a DoD environment where applicable.

A Secret level clearance is required. Responsibilities include installation, configuration, monitoring, scripting for automation, and collaboration with other IT teams to ensure secure, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years Linux systems administration.
• DoD environment experience desirable.
• Security+ or equivalent certification.
• RHCE/CompTIA Linux+ preferred.
• DoD security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Administers and supports daily Linux operations.
• Install, configure, patch Linux servers and harden.
• Serve as SME for Linux issues.
• Monitor performance and optimize stability.
• Implement security measures and access controls.
• Develop automation scripts (bash, python).
• Troubleshoot complex system issues.
• Document configurations and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate systems.
• Backup and recovery procedures.
• Ensure compliance with security standards.

Skills

Linux admin

Scripting

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

VMware

KVM

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Puppet

Job description

Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking a Mid-Level Linux System Administrator for an on-site role in Norco, CA. The candidate will manage Linux infrastructure, apply security hardening, and act as a subject matter expert for Linux systems within a DoD environment where applicable.

A Secret level clearance is required. Responsibilities include installation, configuration, monitoring, scripting for automation, and collaboration with other IT teams to ensure secure, reliable operations.