Senior System Administrator

@ ClearEdge

Senior System Administrator

Posted 5 months ago

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About the job

ClearEdge supports government and industry with innovative technical solutions for complex DoD challenges. This role focuses on Linux system administration, security, cloud support, and operational stability in mission environments.

Requirements

Linux command line experience
Applying system updates and patches
Supporting cloud-based infrastructure
10 years sysadmin experience
TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or 5 years experience
Technical discipline degree preferred

Full job description

Join ClearEdge and be part of a mission-focused team solving some of the DoD’s most complex technical challenges. Every day, ClearEdge supports government and industry customers by delivering innovative solutions that enable critical operations and mission success.

ClearEdge offers an extremely competitive benefits package—including a $10k annual training and education benefit, a 10% 401(k) contribution fully vested on day one, annual health and technology allowances, and access to a state-of-the-art technology lab. Learn more at www.clearedgeit.com/careers/

Your Mission

ClearEdge is hiring a Senior System Administrator to support the administration, sustainment, and security of Linux-based systems across mission environments. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining system health, applying updates, supporting cloud-based infrastructure, and ensuring systems remain reliable, compliant, and operational. You will work closely with engineers and stakeholders to support system availability and performance in both on-prem and virtualized environments.

This position is ideal for an experienced system administrator who is comfortable working at the command line, enjoys maintaining stable systems, and values operational excellence.

You Will Excel in This Role If You:

Are experienced administering Linux systems using the command line
Are comfortable applying system updates and patches using yum or equivalent tools
Enjoy maintaining system reliability and operational stability
Are familiar with cloud-based infrastructure and virtual machines
Have an interest in understanding how software and services are deployed on systems
Take ownership of system sustainment and compliance

A Day in the Life Of:

Performing Linux system administration on CentOS, RedHat, Amazon Linux, or equivalent platforms
Applying system updates and patches using yum or equivalent patching repositories
Monitoring system health and troubleshooting performance or availability issues
Supporting systems hosted in cloud environments such as AWS or Azure
Assisting with system configuration, maintenance, and sustainment activities
Supporting or interacting with network and system mapping tools such as RedSeal
Working with engineering teams to ensure systems meet operational requirements

Must Have:

TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance
Linux command line system administration experience on CentOS, RedHat, Amazon Linux, or equivalent
Experience applying system updates and patches using yum or equivalent tools
Ten (10) years of experience as a System Administrator in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university, or five (5) additional years of System Administrator experience in lieu of a degree

Nice to Have:

Experience working in cloud environments such as AWS or Azure
Experience or knowledge of the RedSeal Network Mapping tool
Familiarity with software commonly deployed on systems such as Elasticsearch, Docker, Kubernetes, or NiFi
Experience with Syslog or NxLog
Experience with Nagios or similar monitoring tools
Scripting experience using Python or Perl

ClearEdge is an established small business that values its employees and is committed to providing an environment where individuals can succeed and grow. We believe in developing our people, promoting from within, and fostering long-term career growth across the organization.

Our Core Values—Honesty, Integrity, Loyalty, Fairness, Respect, Responsibility, and Accountability—guide everything we do. These principles shape our culture, inform our decisions, and drive our commitment to excellence in support of our customers and partners.

If this position is not the right fit, we encourage you to visit our Careers page to explore other opportunities at ClearEdge or connect with one of our recruiters at careers@clearedgeit.com. ClearEdge is an equal opportunity employer.

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