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Linux System Administrator

Lead By Example Technologies, LLC
Chantilly, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2025

Role Description

The Linux System Administrator role provides technical support for Linux end-users and the administration of IT systems. This position is responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operation of IT services, providing frontline technical support to end-users, and managing the organization’s IT infrastructure. The individual will troubleshoot technical issues, perform routine maintenance, and implement system upgrades to ensure optimal performance and security.


Key Responsibilities:

  1. Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network-related issues for Linux servers.
  2. Install, configure, and update RHEL and Rocky operating systems, applications, and security software.
  3. Document help desk tickets, issue resolutions, and repetitive problems to enable efficient troubleshooting and to inform future preventative measures.
  4. Install, configure, and maintain IT infrastructure.
  5. Plan and apply system upgrades and patches to maintain compliance and security standards.


Required Skills and Competencies:

  • Proficiency with RHEL or Rocky operating systems.
  • Understanding of information security best practices.
  • Familiarity with networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DHCP) and hardware (e.g., routers, firewalls, switches).
  • Basic knowledge of scripting and automation (Bash, Python preferred).
  • Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and multitasking abilities.
  • Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, with a service-oriented attitude.


Required Qualifications:

  • 4 to 8 years of experience.
  • DoD Approved 8570 - IAT Level II (e.g., Sec , CISSP, etc.) and corresponding IT certification (e.g., A , Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), etc.).
  • Active Top Secret/SCI Clearance with CI Polygraph.

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