TS/SCI Linux Systems Administrator

Best Value Technology, Inc. (BVTI); Hanover Hills (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-mp

Company-paid life insurance

Long-term and short-term disability

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday and wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

BVTI is seeking a Systems (Linux) Administrator to join our team supporting a federal Intelligence Community client. The role focuses on installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux systems to ensure security, reliability, and performance.

The candidate will design Linux-based solutions, develop scripts, and collaborate across teams to support critical mission requirements. A Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph and U.S. citizenship are required, with 6+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a computer discipline or relevant certification.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Red Hat servers and workstations.
• Experience with Linux architecture, deployment, administration, performance monitoring/tuning, security hardening, and troubleshooting.
• Scripting Experience: Bash, Python, Perl, Ansible and Kickstart.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Linux-based systems and applications.
• Design and implement Linux-based solutions for various business needs.
• Provide comprehensive Unix, Linux, or Windows systems administration and operations.
• Develop and maintain scripts using Bash, Python, Perl, Ansible and Kickstart.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure proper system integration and functionality.
• Monitor system performance and implement necessary updates and upgrades.
• Ensure system security and compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Assist users and systems engineers with the setup, installation, and testing of their applications.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to end-users.

Skills

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Perl scripting

Ansible

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Red Hat

Kickstart

Linux architecture

Deployment

Performance monitoring

Security hardening

Job description

BVTI is seeking a Systems (Linux) Administrator to join our team supporting a federal Intelligence Community client. The role focuses on installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux systems to ensure security, reliability, and performance.

The candidate will design Linux-based solutions, develop scripts, and collaborate across teams to support critical mission requirements. A Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph and U.S. citizenship are required, with 6+ years of relevant experience.