Senior Staff Linux System Administrator

SciTec Incorporated; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match

Company-paid health insurance

Dental insurance (75%+)

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

SciTec Incorporated, a Firefly Aerospace subsidiary, seeks a skilled Linux System Administrator to install, secure, and operate Linux/Windows systems in a secure, mission-focused environment. You will work across security, infrastructure, and operations teams to deliver end-to-end software processing of OPIR data for mission-critical defense programs.

The role requires hands-on experience with RHEL, virtualization, and system hardening, plus ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of professional Linux administration experience (RHEL preferred).
• Experience installing/configuring RHEL 8 servers/workstations.
• Security hardening (STIG), auditing, and backup strategies.
• Patch and package management responsibilities.
• Virtualization technologies including VMware, Podman, Docker, image registries, OpenShift/Kubernetes.
• Networking in heterogeneous Linux/Windows environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication; detail oriented; team collaboration.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain RHEL workstations and servers per baselines.
• Implement system security, hardening, auditing, and backups.
• Manage patching and third‑party software installation.
• Monitor performance; troubleshoot hardware/software issues.
• Support virtualization (VMware) and workstation environments.
• Configure networking in mixed Linux/Windows environments.
• Document configurations and changes per policy.
• Collaborate with security, ops, and end users.
• Contribute to automation and modernization efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

RHEL

VMware

Docker

Kubernetes

Scripting

Ansible

Bash

Python

Clearance eligibility

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Dell hardware

VMware vSphere

RHEL 8/9/10

Kubernetes

Docker

Git/GitLab

CI/CD tooling

Job description

SciTec, a wholly owned subsidiary of Firefly Aerospace, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. Applicants that do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

SciTec has an immediate opportunity for a talented engineer to support our programs delivering Next-Generation Missile Warning software. This is a unique opportunity to join a business delivering core capabilities for National defense. You will work within a fast-paced team delivering end-to-end software processing of Overhead Persistent InfraRed (OPIR) sensor data for Missile Warning, Missile Defense, Battlespace Awareness, and Technical Intelligence.

We are seeking a skilled Linux System Administrator to support the installation, configuration, security, and ongoing operation of Linux- and Windows-based systems in a secure, mission-focused environment. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working across infrastructure, security, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) workstations and servers in accordance with defined baselines
• Implement and maintain system security, hardening, integrity monitoring, backups, and auditing i.e. STIG, SCAP
• Perform patch and package management, including installation and maintenance of third-party software i.e. IDEs, Pypi, Docker registry,
• Monitor system performance, availability, and health; troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues,
• Support and maintain virtualized and workstation environments (e.g., VMware)
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot servers, switches, and storage systems
• Configure and support networking in mixed Linux and Windows environments
• Document system configurations, procedures, and changes in accordance with policies and requirements
• Collaborate effectively with team members, security personnel, and end users
• Provide technical support and respond to operational issues through resolution
• Participate in continuous improvement, automation, and modernization efforts
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 4-6 years of professional experience administering Linux systems (RHEL preferred)
• Experience with:
  • Installation and configuration of RHEL 8 servers and workstations
  • System security, hardening (STIG), auditing, and backup strategies
  • Patch and package management
  • Virtualization technologies including VMware, Podman, Docker, Image registries, Red Hat Openshift/Kubernetes
  • Hardware and software troubleshooting
  • Networking in heterogeneous (Linux/Windows) environments
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to own issues through completion
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Network Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field
• Experience with:
  • Dell servers, switches, and SAN solutions
  • VMware vSphere
  • Root Cause Analysis and documenting findings
  • DISA SCAP Compliance Checker and DISA STIG implementation
  • RHEL 8/9/10
  • NAS and/or SAN configuration and maintenance
  • Configuration management, Automation, Scripting (Ansible, Bash, Python)
  • Git/GitLab and CI/CD pipelines
  • Containers and orchestration (Podman/Docker, RHOCP/Kubernetes, minikube, image registries)
• Relevant certifications are preferred but not required i.e.
  • Security+
  • RHCSA / RHCE / LPIC-1

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SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA Medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid Dental insurance
• 100% company paid Vision insurance
• 100% company paid Life insurance
• 100% company paid Long-term Disability insurance
• Short-term Disability insurance
• Annual Profit-Sharing Plan
• Discretionary Performance Bonus
• Paid Parental Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off, including Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Pay
• Flexible work hours

The pay range for this position is $120,000 - $146,000 / year.SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.