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Linux Administrator

Systems Planning and Analysis (SPA) · Huntsville, Alabama

Secret clearance preferred

Posted 2026-10-08 · Verified live 2026-10-27

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About this role

Overview

Intrepid, an SPA Company, brings more than 20 years of experience supporting the Department of Defense and U.S. Government, consistently setting the standard for excellence in the federal marketplace. Committed to advancing the mission of the U.S. Warfighter, Intrepid leverages technological superiority to deliver innovative solutions across air, space, land, and sea domains. We are proud to foster a collaborative, dynamic work environment, offering competitive compensation and an industry-leading 401k contribution. Our team is built through merit and achievement, and we’re always looking for the best and brightest to join us in our growth. We treat our people like family, we are mission-focused, and we give back! Join us today. We are looking for a Senior Linux Administrator to join our team to support the IFMC Program Office, AMD Mission Command Product Office.

SPA is seeking a Linux Administrator.

The Linux Administrator will provide support to the Tactical Innovation and Experimentation Lab (TIEL) for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems. The selected candidate will work directly with end customers to meet their needs while ensuring the performance and security of the computer system.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems, applying operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes, installing and configuring new hardware and software, and adding, removing, or updating user account information, including resetting passwords. Additional duties involve managing system security, documenting system configurations, troubleshooting anomalies, training personnel on the use of the system, and supporting Approval to Operate (ATO) requirements.

Qualifications

At a minimum you should have:

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, electronics engineering, or computer engineering

8+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator

5+ years of experience configuring, administering, and maintaining Linux computer systems

Current Security+ and either Linux+ or RedHat certifications

Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8, 9 and/or 10 experience

Experience in configuration and management of physical and/or virtual machine environments

Basic network knowledge

Ability to work in a rapidly changing customer environment in a closed lab

Must be a team player and work in a collaborative team environment

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly

Strong work ethic

A focus on the needs of the customer and the team

An active SECRET security clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

You will be highly desirable if you have:

Windows workstation and server experience

Active Directory experience

Experience with OpenShift

Experience with Ansible Automation

Experience with DoD security compliance (NIST 800-171, CMMC, DISA STIGs)

Experience in scripting languages

Experience in Layer 2/Layer 3 switching/routing, management of Cisco devices, and working knowledge of firewall technologies

Experience supporting RMF security plans, procedures, and compliance

Experience with any of the following: HPE/Synergy,Synology,NetApp,VEEAM, Gitlab

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