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Linux Administrator
Careers Americansystems Icims Com · Gaithersburg, MD, US · On Site · Active · $110,000–$145,000 / year · iCIMS
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Careers Americansystems Icims Com |
| Title | Linux Administrator |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | IT / Cyber Security / Network Systems |
| Location | Gaithersburg, MD, United States |
| Work model | On Site |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | $110,000–$145,000 / year |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | iCIMS |
| Posted / first seen | 2025-10-24 / 2026-05-31 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-06-02 / 2026-06-06 |
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| Company | Careers Americansystems Icims Com |
| Source | 168a8417-cc6e-4ba7-a250-f9c316b00a92 |
| ATS provider | iCIMS |
Description
Overview
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.
Responsibilities
As a Linux Administrator with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:
Collaborate with onsite system design personnel to implement new system software and hardware.
Maintain and develop Linux infrastructure technology.
Deliver 24x7x365 uptime service.
Provide systems administration-related solutions.
Maintain best practices for managing services and computer systems.
Monitor system performance and capacity planning.
Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, network hardware, and workstations.
Install and configure Linux systems, back-end databases and scripts.
Perform system maintenance by reviewing error logs.
Provide technical and troubleshooting support for service problems.
Create system backups and new stored procedures.
Develop and maintain system recovery procedures.
Install and Maintain system security.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems.
Maintain all internet requests inclusive to DNS, RADIUS, Apache, MySQL, PHP.Enhance, maintain, and create the tools for the Linux environment and its users.
Analyze hardware requirements and make acquiring recommendations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s level degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
At least five (5) years of experience in Linux Administration (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu), including extensive knowledge of Linux server setup, deployment, and maintenance, as well as a firm understanding of networking protocols and server security mechanisms.
IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)Programming skills (RedHat, Java)
Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $145,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status
Full job record
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| Board ID | 168a8417-cc6e-4ba7-a250-f9c316b00a92 |
| Provider | icims |
| Provider Job Key | 3641 |
| Title | Linux Administrator |
| Normalized Title | — |
| Status | active |
| Active | yes |
| Location Text | Gaithersburg, MD, US |
| Department | IT / Cyber Security / Network Systems |
| Team | — |
| Employment Type | full_time |
| Workplace Type | on_site |
| Remote Policy | — |
| Country | United States |
| Region | MD |
| City | Gaithersburg |
| Salary Raw | Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. Responsibilities As a Linux Administrator with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following: Collaborate with onsite system design personnel to implement new system software and hardware. Maintain and develop Linux infrastructure technology. Deliver 24x7x365 uptime service. Provide systems administration-related solutions. Maintain best practices for managing services and computer systems. Monitor system performance and capacity planning. Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, network hardware, and workstations. Install and configure Linux systems, back-end databases and scripts. Perform system maintenance by reviewing error logs. Provide technical and troubleshooting support for service problems. Create system backups and new stored procedures. Develop and maintain system recovery procedures. Install and Maintain system security. Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems. Maintain all internet requests inclusive to DNS, RADIUS, Apache, MySQL, PHP.Enhance, maintain, and create the tools for the Linux environment and its users. Analyze hardware requirements and make acquiring recommendations. Qualifications Bachelor’s level degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance At least five (5) years of experience in Linux Administration (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu), including extensive knowledge of Linux server setup, deployment, and maintenance, as well as a firm understanding of networking protocols and server security mechanisms. IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)Programming skills (RedHat, Java) Pay Transparency Statement AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $145,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EEO Statement EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status |
| Salary Min | 110,000 |
| Salary Max | 145,000 |
| Salary Currency | USD |
| Salary Period | year |
| Source URL | https://careers-americansystems.icims.com/jobs/3641/linux-administrator/job |
| Apply URL | https://careers-americansystems.icims.com/jobs/3641/linux-administrator/job |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-31 18:36:07Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-06 19:25:29Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-06 19:25:29Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-06-02 13:09:48Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | 2025-10-24 04:00:00Z |
| Source Updated At | 2026-05-19 19:52:46Z |
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