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Stanley Reid is your trusted matchmaker, connecting you with top contractors and exciting IC/DoD opportunities. Founded by experts in the field, we go beyond just finding jobs. We prioritize personalized guidance, matching your unique skills and goals to the perfect fit. Looking for a stress-free job search? We got you. Let's chat and unlock your career potential!
Our client: 
Born and bred in Maryland, our client is a Native American, woman-owned SDVOSB and champion of employee empowerment with 19 years of innovative success within the Defense & Intelligence space. Tailored experiences, unparalleled transparency, and genuine growth opportunities fuel their team's passion for software development, engineering, and project management. Top-tier salaries, exceptional benefits (10% 401k contribution, full healthcare, generous PTO, etc), and a genuine focus on their employees' journeys make this a unique place to innovate while you contribute to national security. Looking for a career where innovation meets mission, and your individual journey matters? Explore options with our client - you might just find your perfect fit within their dedicated team.
The work, and what you'll do: 
Do you thrive in mission-critical environments and have a deep understanding of Linux? This position seeks a seasoned System/Network Administrator with hands-on expertise in managing and supporting various Linux systems and applications within the SAE portfolio.
Responsibilities include:
- Administering and troubleshooting Linux systems and applications.
- Ensuring system integration and performance optimization.
- Designing or supporting secure and efficient data center/lab environments.
What you'll need: 
- 15 years of experience as a System Administrator on similar projects.
- In-depth Linux administration skills and command-line proficiency.
- Experience with system integration and data center/lab design/support.
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred (5 years of additional experience can substitute).
- CWIP Level I certification required, upgrade to Level II within 6 months.
- Experience with automation tools like Ansible or Puppet, Linux internals and optimization knowledge, or Security certifications like CISSP or Security are a plus. 
Clearance requirement: TS/SCI with FS Polygraph (no clearance upgrades or CCAs). Please note, you MUST have the required clearance for consideration. 
Location: Laurel, MD 
Apply @ https://careers.stanleyreid.com/, or contact our MD team for more info: mwhitford@stanleyreid.com, asmith@stanleyreid.com.
We look forward to exploring opportunities with you!