Secret-Cleared Linux Systems Administrator

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a motivated Linux System Administrator to support enterprise Linux systems and security postures for DoD-related projects. The role requires collaboration across teams to maintain secure, scalable infrastructure and to adapt to mission-driven environments.

The candidate will configure, patch, and harden Linux systems (Rocky/RHEL), write Ansible playbooks, manage containers and virtualization, and ensure documentation and security procedures are current.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5-10 years related Linux administration experience within classified environments.
• Experience with virtualization technologies, such as VMWare.
• Must meet DoD 8570/8140 IAT-II certification within 90 days (e.g., Security+).
• Linux-focused certification (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE, Linux+) preferred.
• Experience with security best practices, including STIGs and patching.
• Ability to document installation, configuration, and security procedures.

Responsibilities

• Configure, harden, and maintain enterprise Linux systems (Rocky and RHEL) per DoW guidelines and RMF/ STIGs.
• Develop and run Ansible playbooks to automate patching, provisioning, compliance, and maintenance.
• Deploy and manage containerized services (Podman, Docker) and VMs (OpenShift Virtualization, KVM, VMware).
• Perform vulnerability scans, system auditing, and lifecycle maintenance of HWIL system hardware.
• Provide deep-dive technical support for Linux kernels, runtimes, networks, and bare-metal integrations.

Skills

Bash

Python

PowerShell

Linux administration

Security best practices

RMF/STIGs

Documentation

Scripting

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMware

Ansible

Podman

Docker

OpenShift Virtualization

KVM

Job description

Torch Technologies is seeking a motivated Linux System Administrator to support enterprise Linux systems and security postures for DoD-related projects. The role requires collaboration across teams to maintain secure, scalable infrastructure and to adapt to mission-driven environments.

The candidate will configure, patch, and harden Linux systems (Rocky/RHEL), write Ansible playbooks, manage containers and virtualization, and ensure documentation and security procedures are current.