Mid-Level Linux Systems Administrator

4M Research, Inc.$80K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience, or 7+ years professional experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Proven experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems in operational environments.
  • Demonstrated experience applying DoD STIGs and performing system hardening activities.
  • Experience supporting virtualized environments, particularly RHEL OpenShift.
  • CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent in accordance with DoD 8570.01.
  • SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

  • Implement DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
  • Maintain system compliance artifacts and conduct daily operations.
  • Support system build-out and sustainment activities for RMF accreditation.
  • Update documentation including System Security Plan and Disaster Recovery Plan.
  • Perform FISMA-required artifact maintenance and conduct vulnerability assessments.
  • Manage POA&M items within eMASS for government oversight.

Benefits

  • Supportive team culture fostering professional growth.
  • Opportunity to work on critical Army Program of Record projects.
  • Engagement with advanced security frameworks and compliance standards.
  • Potential for flexible work arrangements or travel.
  • Access to ongoing training and certification opportunities.
Full Job Description
4M Research is seeking a Mid-Level Linux Systems Administrator to join our team in Huntsville, AL.

The Administrator will be responsible for implementing DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), maintaining system compliance artifacts, and conducting day-to-day system operations in support of mission requirements and supporting program needs. The Administrator shall support system build-out and sustainment activities associated with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation of an Army Program of Record. Tasks include updating documentation (e.g., System Security Plan, Configuration Management Plan, Disaster Recovery Plan), performing FISMA-required artifact maintenance, conducting vulnerability assessments using approved tools, and supporting the Government with the management of POA&M items within eMASS.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience, or 7+ years professional experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Proven experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems in operational environments.
  • Demonstrated experience applying DoD STIGs and performing system hardening activities.
  • Experience supporting virtualized environments, particularly RHEL OpenShift.
  • CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent in accordance with DoD 8570.01.
  • SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience conducting STIG and SRG assessments using DISA-approved tools.
  • Familiarity with RMF processes, NIST security controls, and eMASS workflows.
  • Experience administering additional Linux and Windows operating systems.
  • Working knowledge of foundational networking concepts applicable to Linux systems.
  • TS/SCI security clearance.

Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required

Qualified candidates should apply online at

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