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Linux System Administrator with Security Clearance
MANTECHLaurel, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 27 Jul 2026
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our team in Laurel, MD. You will be part of a dedicated team delivering enterprise infrastructure capabilities for a global workforce that supports a wide range of national defense missions. This role directly supports the Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) organization-the foundation of all Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) for MPO. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Configure and manage Linux operating systems. Installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots maintain integrity and configure network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance. * Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. * Manage IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. * Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. * Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and will remain involved in the resolution process. * Optimize system operations and resource utilization and perform system capacity analysis and planning. * Analyze and resolve complex problems associated with server hardware, applications and software integration. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
* 20 years' experience as an Systems Administrator/Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
* Demonstrated experience in planning and leading Systems Administration/Engineering efforts is required.
* Must be proficient with troubleshooting in a Linux Red Hat environment. * Experience with VMWare * Demonstrated experience with modern automation/configuration tools such as Splunk or Ansible * IAT I certification (DoD 8140 required within 60 days of starting employment. Acceptable certifications include A+ CE/CCNA-Security/CND/Network+ CE /CySA+/GICSP/GSEC/Security+ CE/CND/SSCP) Preferred Qualifications: * Experience/familiarization with full lifecycle management of Linux systems, to include provisioning, configuration management and patching. * Red Hat Certified System Administration Certification. * Experience with NetAPP Clearance Requirements: * Must have a current/active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph Physical Requirements: * The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. * Occasionally move about inside the office to collaborate with other leaders/teams, use standard office automation equipment, and virtual communication.
* 20 years' experience as an Systems Administrator/Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
* Demonstrated experience in planning and leading Systems Administration/Engineering efforts is required.
* Must be proficient with troubleshooting in a Linux Red Hat environment. * Experience with VMWare * Demonstrated experience with modern automation/configuration tools such as Splunk or Ansible * IAT I certification (DoD 8140 required within 60 days of starting employment. Acceptable certifications include A+ CE/CCNA-Security/CND/Network+ CE /CySA+/GICSP/GSEC/Security+ CE/CND/SSCP) Preferred Qualifications: * Experience/familiarization with full lifecycle management of Linux systems, to include provisioning, configuration management and patching. * Red Hat Certified System Administration Certification. * Experience with NetAPP Clearance Requirements: * Must have a current/active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph Physical Requirements: * The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. * Occasionally move about inside the office to collaborate with other leaders/teams, use standard office automation equipment, and virtual communication.
Skills
Splunk
Ansible
VMware
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