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UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator

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UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator Location: Dahlgren, VA Company: Innovatus Technology Consulting Job Summary Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking an experienced UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator to support networks and software systems in a DoD environment. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of professional experience administering UNIX and/or Linux systems, with strong skills in system operations, security, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain UNIX and/or Linux systems, networks, and software environments.
  • Perform system backup and recovery operations to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
  • Conduct basic software management, including installation, updates, and configuration of operational systems and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software.
  • Implement and maintain security management practices and library management procedures.
  • Install and configure hardware components as needed to support operational requirements.
  • Operate computer systems across different operating environments.
  • Perform sizing, performance tuning, resource allocation, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, and network issues.
  • Work with network protocols, including TCP/IP, and major network security tools.

Requirements

  • This role requires designation at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II and a Top Secret (T5) clearance.
  • Qualifications Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in UNIX and/or Linux system administration of networks and software systems.
  • System backup and recovery Basic software management Security management and library management Installation and configuration of hardware Operational systems and COTS software Operating computer systems in different operating environments Sizing, performance tuning, hardware/software/network troubleshooting, and resource allocation Experience with various network protocols, including TCP/IP, and major network security tools.
  • Must be able to obtain or currently hold designation as IAT Level II.
  • Active Top Secret (T5) clearance required.

Preferred

  • Qualifications Relevant technical certifications aligned with IAT Level II requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent).
  • Experience supporting DoD or government systems in a classified environment.