Mid-Level Systems Administrator

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Systems Administrator to support our Air & Missile Defense Business Unit. This role involves managing a hybrid infrastructure, including Linux and Windows systems, in accordance with US Army guidelines and RMF security standards. The administrator will also manage a virtual environment, perform system maintenance such as network scans and patching, and install/configure specialized hardware. A key aspect of the role is developing and implementing scripts for automation to enhance lab efficiency and providing deep-dive technical support for hardware, software, and networks in a mixed-OS environment. Mission support, including occasional off-hours support for test events, is also required.

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen.
Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
6+ years of related systems administration experience.
Must have an Active Secret Security Clearance.
Strong background in Linux (RHEL/Fedora) and Windows Server/Desktop environments.
Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, KVM) and modern container orchestration like OpenShift.
Proven ability to use scripting and automation (Ansible, Python, Bash, or PowerShell) to ensure environment reproducibility.
Must possess Security+ and a technical certification (e.g., Linux+, MCSE).

Responsibilities

Configure and maintain computer systems (Linux and Windows) in accordance with US Army guidelines and RMF security standards.
Manage a virtual environment that reflects physical systems and configurations, ensuring high-fidelity representations for interoperability testing.
Perform local network scans, operating system patching, and anti-virus updates.
Handle the installation, configuration, and maintenance of specialized system hardware.
Develop and implement scripts to automate routine maintenance, environment provisioning, and system health monitoring to increase lab efficiency.
Provide deep-dive technical support for both hardware, software, and networks, resolving complex bottlenecks in a mixed-OS environment.
Provide support for systems and users, including occasional off-hours support as dictated by mission test events.