Systems Administrator - Advanced

Asd Web; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Professional Certification Incentive

Job summary

Advanced Systems Design, Inc. seeks a Senior Linux Administrator for our client in Montgomery, AL.

The role is onsite from day one and focuses on operating, securing, and optimizing Linux systems across on‑premises and Azure environments, with emphasis on DevOps, container workloads, and Azure-native security tooling. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of enterprise Linux experience, strong Ubuntu/RHEL knowledge, and proficiency in Azure DevOps, Docker, and automation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on Linux administration in enterprise or government environments.
• Deep expertise in Ubuntu Server LTS releases.
• Experience with Azure as an operating environment for Linux VMs.
• Experience with Azure DevOps pipelines, repos, and CI/CD for Linux.
• Experience with Docker on Linux, including containers outside managed clusters.
• Advanced Bash scripting and PowerShell proficiency.
• Understanding of UFW, SSH hardening, AppArmor, SSL/TLS management.
• Proficiency with systemd, kernel tuning, PAM, auditd, and log rotation.
• Ability to work independently within a small cross-functional IT/security team.

Responsibilities

• System Administration & Maintenance: Administer and maintain RHEL and Ubuntu Server VMs and physical servers.
• Security Hardening & Compliance: CIS-aligned hardening; work with Azure Defender for Cloud and Azure Policy.
• Patching & Lifecycle: Manage Ubuntu Pro Livepatch and Extended Security Maintenance; automate with APT.
• Automation & Scripting: Write automation in Bash and PowerShell; Cron jobs and scheduled tasks.
• Azure & DevOps Integration: Work with on-prem Azure DevOps for source control, pipelines, and CI/CD for Linux.
• Containers & Secrets Management: Support Docker workloads; integrate with Azure Key Vault and Azure Container Registry.
• Identity & Access Management: Maintain SSSD-based identity integration; sudoers governance and PAM config.
• Storage & Filesystem Management: Manage LVM, XFS/EXT4, and mounts per CIS guidance.
• Audit Support: Collaborate with cybersecurity for audit findings and ongoing posture using Azure-native tooling.

Skills

Linux administration

Ubuntu Server

Azure

Azure DevOps

Docker on Linux

Bash scripting

PowerShell

SSH hardening

AppArmor

PAM

Auditd

Systemd

Kernel tuning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Azure DevOps

Docker

Azure Key Vault

Azure Defender for Cloud

Job description

Advanced Systems Design is seeking a Senior Linux Administrator for our client located in Montgomery, AL.

This position is onsite in Montgomery, AL, and requires in-person availability starting day 1.

Job Overview:

This role operates, maintains, and secures RedHat, Ubuntu and other Linux systems running both on-prem and in Azure across both Commercial/GCC and Azure Government environments. This role sits at the intersection of Linux administration and Azure operations. DevOps, Azure-native security tooling, and containerized workloads. The ideal candidate should be equally comfortable at a Linux shell and working within Azure DevOps, Azure-native security tooling, and containerized workloads.

Key Responsibilities:

System Administration & Maintenance: Administer, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain production and non-production RHEL and Ubuntu Server VMs and physical servers.

Security Hardening & Compliance: Maintain CIS-aligned hardening on Ubuntu systems, working within the agency's existing security stack, including Azure-native tooling such as Defender for Cloud and Azure Policy. Support compliance reporting and remediation using this stack.

Patching & Lifecycle: Manage patching through Ubuntu Pro (Livepatch and Extended Security Maintenance) and APT, minimizing manual patch orchestration and unplanned downtime.

Automation & Scripting: Write and maintain automation in Bash and PowerShell to support a mixed Linux and Azure environment. Familiarity with implementing Cron jobs and other scheduled automations.

Azure & DevOps Integration: Familiarity and experience with on-prem Azure DevOps for source control, pipelines, and CI/CD supporting Docker configuration and deployment to a Linux environment.

Containers & Secrets Management: Support Docker workloads running on standalone Linux VMs (outside of Kubernetes or Azure Container Instance clusters), including integrating containers with Azure Key Vault. Experience with using Azure Container Registry, including Push/Pull and vulnerability scanning.

Identity & Access Management: Maintain and secure SSSD-based identity integration, including sudoers governance and PAM configuration.

Storage & Filesystem Management: Manage LVM, filesystems (XFS/EXT4), and partition layout, including dedicated mounts such as /var, /tmp, and /var/log/audit, in line with CIS guidance.

Audit Support: Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to support audit findings, logging through auditd, and ongoing security posture, using the existing security stack and Azure-native tooling as the primary audit trail.

Required Qualifications:

• 8+ years of hands-on Linux administration in enterprise or government environments, with deep expertise in current Ubuntu Server LTS releases.
• Working knowledge of Azure as an operating environment for Linux VMs, including networking, managed identity, and Key Vault integration.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, including pipelines, repositories, and CI/CD workflows involving Linux systems.
• Experience with Docker on Linux, including secrets management approaches for containers running outside of managed clusters.
• Advanced Bash scripting and working PowerShell proficiency for cross-platform automation.
• Understanding of UFW, SSH hardening, AppArmor, and SSL/TLS certificate management.
• Proficiency with systemd, kernel tuning via /etc/sysctl.conf, PAM, auditd, and log rotation.
• Ability to work independently with limited dedicated Linux peer support, as part of a small, cross-functional IT and security team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications: Canonical/Ubuntu certifications, CISSP, or CompTIA Security+. AZ-900 and/or AZ-104 preferred.
• Healthcare or public sector experience, including state agency IT environments, MARS-E, HIPAA technical safeguards, or CMS security requirements.
• Experience supporting development infrastructure with fast-changing workload requirements.

Education Required:

• Bachelor's Degree

Advanced Systems Design, Inc. is:

• A leading Information Technology provider for Federal, State & Local government agencies.
• A certified minority-owned small business government contractor with capabilities related to Public Health IT, Criminal Justice, Transportation, and Defense.
• A certified service-disabled veteran-owned company with a proud 46-year track record of providing successful innovative solutions for our government customers.
• A drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.
• Applicants who have a signed offer of employment or contractor agreement are subject to:
  • the pre-employment testing protocol:
    • background investigation
    • drug screening

Our Employees:

• Are actively working on next-generation technology projects with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, CDC, and a wide array of Federal, State, and Local agencies throughout the United States
• Are eligible for wide-ranging benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP/HSA options
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance - Company Paid
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
  • Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal Holidays
  • Professional Certification Incentive Plan
  • Employee Referral Plan
  • Technology Exposure

Advanced Systems Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.