System Administrator, Linux SME (Active TS/SCI Clearance)

Akima; United States; On-site; USD 148,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) and retirement options

Job summary

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) is seeking a Linux System Administration Support professional to operate in Honolulu, HI. The role focuses on day-to-day administration, system maintenance, security, monitoring, and troubleshooting of Linux-based servers and apps for mission-critical information systems.

Responsibilities include patching, securing, logging, automation, backups, and after-hours support as required.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• Must meet Intermediate Proficiency Level per DoD 8140.03-M.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator certification (v6+) in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years of Linux/UNIX sysadmin experience in a DoD environment.
• Experience securing systems per DoD/STIGs.
• Experience managing BIND DNS, DNS zones, DNSSEC.
• Experience with VMware virtual environments.
• Experience deploying ACAS in a DoD environment.
• Experience managing SMTP relays and Apache web servers.
• Hands-on with Ansible, Splunk, Syslog.
• Experience with endpoint security agents on Linux/UNIX.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, patch, secure, and troubleshoot Linux/UNIX systems and apps.
• Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux, BIND DNS, DNSSEC, ACAS, Splunk, Syslog, Apache, Ansible, YUM, SMTP relay, ServiceNow.
• Maintain STIG, DoD PKI, ESS and cybersecurity compliance.
• Review logs, ACAS scans, vulnerabilities, and ServiceNow tickets daily and resolve issues.
• Develop scripts and automation; create Kickstart deployment files and ServiceNow workflows.
• Perform backups, restorations, continuity testing, and documentation updates.
• Support command exercises, inspections, maintenance activities, and outages.
• Participate in technical meetings; provide status updates and monthly reporting.
• Provide occasional after-hours and weekend support as needed.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

System administration

DoD compliance

VMware experience

Education

Red Hat Certified System Administrator

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

BIND DNS

DNSSEC

ACAS

Splunk

Syslog

Apache

Ansible

YUM

ServiceNow

VMware

Job description

ASE is looking for a Linux System Administration Support professional to work in Honolulu, HI. This role is critical to providing day-to-day administration and operational support. The Linux System Administrator will install, configure, operate, maintain, secure, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux-based servers and applications while initiating corrective actions and accurately reporting system status. This position works closely with information owners, HQ USINDOPACOM Directorates, Systems, Network, and Cybersecurity teams to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, availability, and secure operation of mission-critical information systems in accordance with established standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, patch, secure, and troubleshoot Linux/UNIX systems and applications.
• Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux, BIND DNS, DNSSEC, ACAS, Splunk, Syslog, Apache, Ansible, YUM, SMTP relay, and ServiceNow.
• Maintain STIG, DoD PKI, ESS, and cybersecurity compliance across assigned systems.
• Review system logs, ACAS scans, vulnerabilities, and ServiceNow tickets daily and resolve identified issues.
• Develop scripts, automation, Kickstart deployment files, and ServiceNow workflows.
• Perform system backups, restorations, continuity testing, and documentation updates.
• Support command exercises, inspections, maintenance activities, and scheduled or unscheduled outages.
• Participate in technical meetings and provide status updates, recommendations, and monthly reporting.
• Provide occasional after-hours and weekend support as mission requirements dictate.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI Required.
• Must meet the Intermediate Proficiency Level requirements established under DoD 8140.03-M.
• Must possess a current Red Hat Certified System Administrator certification, version 6 or later, in good standing
• Minimum of three years of experience managing, supporting, patching, backing up, and restoring Linux/UNIX systems and applications within a Department of Defense environment.
• Experience securing systems and applications in accordance with federal and DoD regulations, directives, policies, and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Experience managing BIND DNS, DNS zones, and Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC).
• Experience administering Linux/UNIX operating systems within a virtual machine operating environment, such as VMware.
• Experience installing, configuring, and managing the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) within a DoD environment.
• Experience managing SMTP relays.
• Experience managing and securing Apache web servers.
• Experience managing YUM repositories and servers.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible.
• Experience managing, supporting, and using Splunk and Syslog servers.
• Experience supporting Endpoint Security Solutions agents on Linux/UNIX systems.

Job ID

2026-24525

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$148,000 - $165,000

Benefits

• Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

For our shareholders

ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers

ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee

You will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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