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Linux System Administrator with Security Clearance

MANTECHFort Meade, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted 14 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our team in Ft. Meade, MD. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: * Creating and managing virtual environments
* Systems administration of hardware and software in support of maintenance, developing and testing of information technology systems
* Administration of Linux (i.e., Redhat/Rocky 8)
* Scripting with Basic Shell (Bash), PUTTY
* Configuring and maintaining storage and file systems
* Developing and delivering briefings, technical presentations, and program documentation to senior program management Minimum Qualifications: * 5+ years' experience in systems administration of hardware and software in support of maintenance, developing and testing of information technology systems
* Strong Linux administrative experience (command-line)
* Ability to launch, provision, and configure VMWare/vSphere instances (e.g., ESXi, vCenter)
* Server STE/STN Compliancy (ex., NESSUS, MacAfee Agents) and performing server management relating to security tools such as patch management (applying O/S updates, IAVAs, and configuration changes)
* Able to perform system administration on Linux Redhat 8/Rocky 8 (Command Line)
* Demonstrated experience working with a team to introduce and integrate new technologies into existing production environments Preferred Qualifications: * Familiar with installing, troubleshooting, and maintenance on OS on Linux
* Experience with installing PKI certs
* Create/Maintain bash scripts to dump and load databases
* Use SALT to deploy config files to end node and do various interrogations (ping, DNS) Clearance Requirement: * Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly
Physical Requirements: * Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
* Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
* Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer.

Skills

Shell
Bash
DNS
PKI
VMware

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