Windows/Linux Administrator - 172639

ZP Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Sick Leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Windows & Linux System Administrator to support RDT&E network operations and secure defense technology environments for mission-critical government programs in San Diego, CA. This onsite role focuses on maintaining, securing, and modernizing enterprise infrastructure across classified environments.

The candidate will develop automation via PowerShell, Bash, and Ansible, implement STIGs per DISA, and collaborate on SOPs, asset management, and procurement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years managing Windows systems in enterprise environments.
• 3+ years administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Experience creating PowerShell and Bash scripts for automation.
• Experience with IAVM process, STIGs, patch management, and security compliance.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+ CE, GSEC, SCNP, or SSCP) is required.
• Active Secret Security Clearance is required.
• Ansible automation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows 11 and RHEL systems in secure environments.
• Develop and maintain PowerShell and Bash scripts for automation.
• Perform infrastructure reviews and recommend improvements.
• Harden servers per DISA STIGs and cybersecurity standards.
• Support Ansible automation, asset management, procurement, shipping, and SOPs.

Skills

Windows administration

RHEL administration

PowerShell scripting

Bash scripting

Ansible automation

Security clearance

Tools

Ansible

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Windows & Linux System Administrator to support a company focused on Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation (RDT&E) network operations and secure defense technology environments supporting mission-critical government programs. This position is 100% onsite in San Diego, CA. The Windows & Linux System Administrator will maintain, secure, and enhance enterprise infrastructure across classified environments while supporting ongoing modernization efforts.

Responsibilities for the Windows & Linux System Administrator include:

• Administer and maintain Windows 11 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems within secure environments.
• Develop, execute, and maintain PowerShell and Bash scripts to automate system administration tasks.
• Perform infrastructure engineering reviews and provide recommendations for existing and future systems.
• Harden servers in accordance with DISA STIGs, IAVM requirements, and cybersecurity compliance standards.
• Support Ansible automation initiatives, asset management, procurement activities, shipping logistics, and development of SOPs.

Required Qualifications for the Windows & Linux System Administrator include:

• 3+ years of experience administering Windows systems.
• 3+ years of experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.
• Experience developing and utilizing PowerShell and Bash scripting solutions.
• Experience supporting the IAVM process, including STIG implementation, patch management, and security compliance.
• Experience with Ansible automation and endpoint security preferred.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (Security+ CE, GSEC, SCNP, or SSCP).
• Active Secret Security Clearance.

Compensation for the Windows & Linux System Administrator include:

Salary: $115,000 depending on experience

Full Benefits Package: PTO, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Sick Leave as required by law

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Keywords

Windows System Administrator, Linux System Administrator, RHEL Administrator, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Windows 11 Administration, PowerShell Scripting, Bash Scripting, Ansible Automation, Ansible Playbooks, System Administration, Infrastructure Engineering