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Systems Administrator - UNIX

Agile Defense· Digital Transformation – Service Operations
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Fort Huachuca, AZ$70k - $74kRegularPosted 2w ago

About the role

Systems Administrator position focused on UNIX/Linux (Red Hat) systems at Fort Huachuca, AZ, requiring active Secret clearance and DoW 8140 compliance. On-site role in Digital Transformation – Service Operations.

Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain servers running RedHat Linux operating systems, adhering to established internal processes.
  • Recommend hardware and software upgrades based on growth statistics. Schedule, plan, and perform system upgrades, including coordinating the transition from test to production environments.
  • Monitor log files and system performance to identify and resolve software, operating system, and networking problems in mission-critical systems.
  • Schedule, perform, and monitor system backups and, when necessary, perform data recoveries.
  • Configure hardware, such as workstations, printers, servers, and tape devices.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to provide timely support for UNIX/Linux-related issues and provide general technical support for system users.
  • Follow standard operating procedures to maintain and enhance the security posture of the environment, including adherence to the DISA STIG process.
  • Schedule tasks using software support tools and scripts.
  • Work both independently and as part of a team to achieve organizational goals, effectively setting priorities and organizing tasks to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in computer science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or Software Engineering
  • 0 years of experience with BS/BA
  • 2 years of experience with AA/AS
  • 4 years of experience with no degree
  • DoW 8140 Compliance – CompTIA Security+ or Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC, Systems Security Certified Practitioner
  • Certifications in RedHat Linux or Unix OS administration
  • Active Secret US security clearance

Skills

Required:RedHat Linux administrationUnix/Linux system administrationDISA STIG compliance

Benefits

  • $70,000 - $74,000 a year
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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