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Linux Systems Administrator

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc.
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
  • Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED** Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.

Telework: None

Basic Requirements

  • Security Cert
  • 10 years of experience as a System Administrator
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
    • 5 additional years of experience as a System Administrator may be substituted for a degree
Job Description

  • Stand up, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
  • Monitoring and patching/upgrades to standard networking resources (routers, switches, firewalls).
  • Monitoring and patching/upgrades to servers and VM hardware.
  • Assist and incorporate security compliance controls as applicable.
  • Support documentation of non-applicable controls.
  • Assist with installation of new or replacement hardware or software.
  • Configure and integrate hardware or software with existing networked infrastructure.
  • Assist with decommission and/or removal of obsolete, excess, or replaced hardware.
  • Document inventory changes.

Required Experience

  • Proficient with Linux. Minimum of 3 years Linux system administration experience (within the last 3 years).
  • Experience with patching and upgrading Linux servers and networking resources.
  • VM experience

Desired Experience

  • Should have working knowledge, able to use and or support, with some (preferably most) of the following resources and tools.
  • Dell and HPE Linux servers
  • Juniper and Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls
  • Palo Alto firewalls
  • Ansible
  • Nutanix – VM management
  • Rubrik – data storage
  • Nomad containers
  • SALT scripts
  • LibreNMS
  • NetBox

Salary: $180,000 - $190,000 annually

Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position

Salary : $180,000 - $190,000

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