Linux System Administrator

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a motivated Linux System Administrator with a strong background in Linux and security. Must be able to work in a team environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills both oral and written; exhibit the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, work environment servicing multiple organizations. Off Hours support may occasionally be required as mission dictates.

Requirements

US Citizenship.
Associate's or Bachelor's in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience.
8+ years related Linux systems administration experience within classified environments.
Knowledge of, and the ability to apply, OPSEC principles, PHYSEC measures, and professional conduct required for working within secure environments.
Proven experience working in a mixed operating system environment, with demonstrated expertise in both Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Windows Server.
Experience and certifications related to virtualization technologies, such as VMWare.
Must meet, or willing to obtain, industry requirements for system administrator duties, including: CompTIA Security+ Certification (or higher-level certification).
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or higher-level Red Hat certification.
Experience with security best practices, including ACAS scanning, patching, and the application and maintenance of STIGs.
Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
Must have an Active current Top Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification.
Previous experience operating within Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF).
Direct experience with log centralizing technologies, such as ELK Stack or Splunk.

Responsibilities

Implement and maintain Linux system configurations and security settings in accordance with DISA STIGs requirements.
Manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights in compliance with security protocols.
Administer and maintain GitLab environment, including user management, repository configuration, and CI/CD pipeline support.
Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes.
Utilize ACAS to conduct regular security scanning, system patching, and vulnerability remediation to maintain a high-security posture.
Perform routine backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up and recoverable.
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for installation, configuration, and security procedures.
Work with a team to troubleshoot and resolve complex system, network, and application issues across both Linux and Windows platforms.