Secret-Cleared Linux Systems Administrator (RHEL)

Zachary Piper Solutions; Annapolis, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is actively seeking a RHEL/Linux System Administrator with a Secret clearance to support a defense-oriented client. This role is fully onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD, focusing on high-availability, secure Linux environments and compliance with DISA STIG requirements.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of Linux admin experience, strong RHEL expertise, and hands-on automation with Ansible, Bash, and Python.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• 7+ years of Linux Systems Administration experience.
• Strong experience supporting Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Tenable or WebInspect.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible, Bash, Python, or other automation tools.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• MUST possess a Secret Clearance.
• Administer and maintain RHEL 7/8/9 servers, including patching and upgrades.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot Linux infrastructure issues.
• Perform backup, recovery, and disaster recovery activities.
• Conduct vulnerability remediation and apply DISA STIG requirements.
• Automate system administration tasks using Ansible, Bash, and Python.
• Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to resolve issues.

Skills

RHEL admin

Troubleshooting

Disaster recovery

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ansible

Bash

Python

Tenable

WebInspect

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is actively seeking a RHEL/Linux System Administrator with a Secret clearance to support a defense-oriented client. This role is fully onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD, focusing on high-availability, secure Linux environments and compliance with DISA STIG requirements.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of Linux admin experience, strong RHEL expertise, and hands-on automation with Ansible, Bash, and Python.