What are the responsibilities and job description for the Linux System Administrator (TS/SCI) position at Zachary Piper?

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking Linux System Administrators to support a classified program for National Geospatial Agency in Rancho Bernardo, CA. The team is seeking individuals skilled in developing and maintaining Linux infrastructure technology for a library modernization program.

Clearance : Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility

Location : Rancho Bernardo, CA (100% on-site)

This job opens for applications on 1 / 21 / 2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

Responsibilities of the Linux System Administrator :

Actively maintain and develop all infrastructure technology to ensure necessary uptime service.
Engineer systems administration-related solutions for various operational and project needs.
Maintain best practices for managing systems and services across all managed environments.
Identify, analyze, and log performance issues for reporting and resolving exceptions.
Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, and hot fixes on servers, workstations, storage, and network hardware.
Create and modify scripts or applications to perform tasks.
Provide input to improve the stability, security, efficiency, and scalability of the environment.
Monitor system performance and plan for capacity proactively.
Collaborate with other teams and members to develop automation strategies and deployment processes.

Qualifications of the Linux System Administrator :

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

3-5 years of prior relevant RHEL and server administration experience

IAT II certification (Sec , CYSA , or ability to obtain within 6 months

Extensive knowledge of multiple specialties including operating systems, storage technologies, and peripherals.

Proficient in Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating systems administration (5 years).

Experienced in integrating Linux with Windows Active Directory.

Familiar with VMWare and virtualization concepts.

Skilled in Shell, Perl, and / or PowerCLI / PowerShell scripting.

Solid understanding of protocols such as DNS and LDAP.

Effective verbal and written communication skills for presenting information to a diverse audience (technical and non-technical).

Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Experience with operating system update services such as YUM or DNF and RedHat Satellite.

Knowledgeable in technologies including Ansible modules and Trellix Anti-Virus.

Compensation of the Linux System Administrator :

Total compensation based on experience level - $90,000 - $130,000

based on experience level

Full Benefits : PTO, 11 Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by state law, Cigna Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k with ADP

Certification reimbursement

Long-term program (4 years) supporting NERVE - National Geospatial Agency

Contract mobility and job stability through Zachary Piper Solutions

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Salary : $90,000 - $130,000

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