Senior Systems Administrator

Canvas II, LLC.; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas is seeking an experienced systems administrator to support classified test area computing environments at the Eglin AFB area. The role requires expertise in Linux and real time systems, RMF/JSIG compliance, and enclave configuration. You will manage patches, backups, access control, and documentation while coordinating with vendors.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in DoD environments, a Master’s in IT/cybersecurity, and DoD 8570/8140 certs or equivalents. U.S.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in systems administration within classified DoD environments.
• Ability to supervise junior staff and lead mission critical duties.
• Expert in Linux-based administration, real time computing, and system integration.
• Strong familiarity with classified cybersecurity requirements, RMF/JSIG, and patching workflows.
• Experience supporting RDT&E systems, simulation platforms, and distributed lab networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert level system administration support for classified test area computing environments.
• Maintain and secure all standalone IM/IT systems with patches, backups, access control, and documentation; act as point of contact for vendor support.
• Support specialized simulation environments and real time systems for HITL and multispectral test operations.
• Provide technical support for system integration, network implementation, application development, VTC/meeting support, asset management, and disaster recovery planning.
• Support the development and maintenance of RDT&E enclaves including patches, baselines, DREN connectivity, backups, and security audit logs.

Skills

Linux engineering

IM/IT support

System administration

RMF compliance

Enclave configuration

Patch management

Education

Master's degree in IT / cybersecurity

DoD 8570/8140 certs preferred (CISSP, Linux+)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert level system administration support for classified test area computing environments, including Linux/Real Time Linux systems, engineering workstations, test area servers, clusters, and network attached devices supporting RDT&E activities.


• Maintain and secure all standalone IM/IT systems by managing performance upgrades, security patches, backups, account administration, access control, and system documentation; act as technical point of contact for vendor hardware/software support.


• Support specialized simulation environments and real time systems, ensuring reliable operation of test area computers, data storage systems, networking components, and systems used for HITL and multispectral test operations.


• Provide technical support for system integration, network implementation, application development, VTC/meeting support, ITE asset management, disaster recovery planning, configuration control, and IM/IT help desk operations.


• Support development, implementation, and maintenance of RDT&E enclaves including patches, configuration baselines, DREN connectivity, AP systems maintenance, corporate/individual backups, and security audit log generation aligned with required accreditation frameworks.

Required Qualifications

• More than 10 years of relevant experience in systems administration, Linux engineering, IM/IT support, or secure system operations within classified DoD environments.


• Demonstrated ability to independently perform all mission critical duties and oversee or guide junior technical personnel when required.


• Expert proficiency with Linux based system administration, real time computing environments, system integration, patching, troubleshooting, and configuration management.


• Strong familiarity with classified system cybersecurity requirements, audit log generation, RMF, JSIG compliance, security patching workflows, access control management, and enclave configuration.


• Experience supporting specialized RDT&E systems, simulation platforms, test area servers, engineering workstations, and distributed laboratory networks.

Education & Certification

• Master’s degree in an information technology, cybersecurity, systems engineering, or related discipline required.


• DoD 8570/8140 certifications strongly preferred (e.g., CISSP, Linux+; other IAM/IAT level certifications applicable to TS/SCI environments).

Clearance Requirement

• Active TS/SCI clearance.


• U.S. citizenship required.

Canvas was founded by Jami Peyton in 2007 to deliver real-world engineering and technology solutions that strengthen national defense. Since then, we’ve been guided by technical excellence, operational insight, and a shared commitment to the warfighter. Teamwork drives everything we do, enabling close collaboration across programs, customers, and colleagues to solve complex challenges. Our work supports key national security priorities like missile defense, test and evaluation, digital transformation, and warfighter readiness. As an award-winning company built on integrity, agility, and innovation, Canvas continues to grow and deliver mission-critical solutions that support the future of national defense.