Linux Systems Administrator

Company: Booz Allen
Location: Littleton
Posted on: May 10, 2025

Job Description:

Linux Systems Administrator

Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.

The Opportunity:

Your combination of people skills and technical expertise makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. We're looking for a systems administrator to help us maintain forensic systems and infrastructure.

As a systems administrator on our project, you'll constantly look for ways to make our infrastructure better using the latest technology and the best implementation strategies. You'll provide your customers with insight into their network through monitoring and performance management. Your technical expertise will be vital as you identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in a mission-critical network. You'll help your team better understand the network by turning metrics into information and explaining their meaning. We focus on growing as a team, so you'll share your expertise through leadership and mentoring as you help the team work through challenges and develop new methodologies. As a technical leader, you'll identify new opportunities to modernize the network to help your customers meet their needs.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

8+ years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or network and systems administration

Experience with Red Hat Linux (RHEL) systems administration and with operating and managing VMWARE ESX servers

Experience with installing and configuring domain controllers and Windows servers, user and group management, and basic GPO configuration

Experience with administering and managing user and system accounts on Debian, Ubuntu, or Fedora Linux distributions

Experience with troubleshooting system and permissions issues on Debian, Ubuntu, or Fedora Linux distributions, and managing and troubleshooting network infrastructure, including switches, routers, and firewalls

Ability to integrate Linux systems with Active Directory

Ability to secure Debian, Ubuntu, or Fedora Linux distributions according to government standards, including STIGs or NIST Special Publications

Top Secret clearance

Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

Experience with performing system administration of Windows and Windows Server versions

Experience with installing and configuring domain controllers and Windows servers, user and group management, and basic GPO configuration

Knowledge of Zettabyte File Systems

Ability to write extensive BASH scripts to facilitate workflow for users

Ability to write Python programs to facilitate workflow for users

Ability to operate in a high-speed environment with changing and evolving mission priorities

Linux+ Certification

IAT III Certification

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Top Secret clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.

If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

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