$90K - 130K a year
Perform Linux system administration and support web services including configuration, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, and security compliance in a federal environment.
3-5 years Linux admin experience, knowledge of web hosting technologies, Agile environment experience, Linux certifications, and active federal security clearance.
Description: • Play a critical role in supporting our client’s Web Services program. • Focus on Linux system administration, configuration management, and operational support for digital solutions. • Work closely with the Technical Lead, Client Product Owner, and development team. • Perform Linux system administration, including configuration updates, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting. • Manage server configurations, firewall rules, and FTP data exchanges. • Respond to operational alerts and incidents as part of an on-call rotation. • Support Agile and Scrum sprint activities by implementing configuration changes and system updates. • Document system changes, configurations, and release updates. • Support Drupal 11 environments through configuration updates, smoke testing, and basic development tasks. • Coordinate with developers and testers to validate deployments, troubleshoot issues, and ensure secure configurations. • Assist with environment migrations, automation, and monitoring using tools such as New Relic, Splunk, and Akamai. • Collaborate with leadership to analyze bot traffic patterns and identify malicious access. • Explore opportunities to integrate AI-based monitoring and pattern recognition tools. • Support the implementation of Zero Trust and continuous monitoring practices. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). • 3–5 years of experience in Linux system administration within a web hosting or enterprise IT environment. • Experience with Apache/Nginx, FTP/SFTP, DNS management, and firewall configuration. • Basic familiarity with Drupal (8–11) and experience supporting content management systems. • Working knowledge of Bash scripting, Git, and CI/CD pipelines. • Experience supporting Agile/Scrum environments. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. • Excellent communication skills and ability to work closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Experience supporting federal web hosting environments or working with DOJ, DHS, or other cabinet-level agencies. • Familiarity with AI-based monitoring, bot mitigation, or cloud security analytics. • Understanding of FedRAMP, FISMA, and Zero Trust security principles. • Exposure to New Relic, Splunk, or Akamai CDN for performance monitoring. • Linux certifications (CompTIA Linux+, RHCSA, or similar). • Active DOJ or federal agency clearance. Benefits: • Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace
This job posting was last updated on 10/10/2025