Senior Linux Systems Admin - Classified HiL & RMF

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and education assistance.

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Linux System Administrator to join the RF Engineering group. In this role, you will manage and secure Linux systems within classified environments. Your responsibilities will include maintaining infrastructure, implementing security standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence.

Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree, 7+ years of experience, and hold current DoD 8570 certification. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience as a Linux systems administrator in secure environments.
• Proficient in Linux operating systems and Windows systems interoperability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deploy, maintain, and upgrade computing and networking infrastructure.
• Design, implement, and enforce system security hardening standards.
• Support installation and management of engineering applications in secure environments.

Skills

Linux operating systems (RHEL5, RHEL6, RHEL7, RHEL8, RHEL9, Ubuntu)

Real-time Linux computing systems

Collaboration

Programming/scripting languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking a Linux System Administrator to join the RF Engineering group. In this role, you will manage and secure Linux systems within classified environments. Your responsibilities will include maintaining infrastructure, implementing security standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence.

Applicants should have a relevant bachelor's degree, 7+ years of experience, and hold current DoD 8570 certification. A comprehensive benefits package is provided.