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About this Linux Systems Administrator TS/SCI POLY role at Parsons

Parsons · Onsite · US - VA, Centreville
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Job Description:

Are you a skilled Linux Systems Administrator looking to work on mission-critical systems in a dynamic environment? Parsons is seeking a mid-level Linux Systems Administrator to support Linux-based workstations and servers in both physical and virtual environments. In this role, you’ll perform daily system checks, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the reliability and efficiency of our infrastructure.

This position requires a proactive problem-solver who can think critically, adapt to challenges, and provide solutions under minimal supervision. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you!

Roles and Responsibilities:

As a Linux Systems Administrator, your key responsibilities will include:

  • User Support: Manage new user onboarding, workstation imaging, and configuration.
  • Issue Resolution: Diagnose and resolve remote user and system infrastructure issues.
  • Infrastructure Monitoring: Monitor and optimize system performance and reliability.
  • System Upgrades: Plan and coordinate system outages and upgrades.
  • Network Maintenance: Monitor and maintain network systems.
  • Equipment Installation: Install server and network equipment in a data center environment.
  • Documentation: Document infrastructure architecture changes and updates.
  • HelpDesk Support: Resolve user requests and issues reported to the HelpDesk.
  • After-Hours Support: Occasionally support after-hours system upgrades.

Required Skills:

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technology-related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of professional experience (additional years of experience in lieu of degree will be considered)
  • Must have a minimum of:
    • 3+ years of experience with Linux operating systems, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
    • Experience maintaining virtual environments and deploying Linux services.
    • Understanding of basic networking technologies (TCP/IP, UDP, Firewall).

Desired Skills:

While not required, the following skills are highly desirable:

  • Virtualization: Familiarity with virtualization and Docker technologies.
  • Automation Tools: Experience with automation technologies such as Salt, Ansible, or Puppet.
  • Atlassian Software: Proficiency with tools like Confluence and JIRA.
  • Open-Source Expertise: Experience with a wide variety of open-source software and utilities.
  • Identity Management: Experience managing FreeIPA or LDAP-based systems.
  • Network Security: Background in network security, intrusion detection, and server monitoring.
  • Rack Installation: Familiarity with server and networking equipment rack installations.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.

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How this System Administrator salary compares

This role pays $154,300/yrabove the typical range for System Administrator roles.

$77,624 median $116,650 $163,620

Typical range $97,500–$137,500/yr, from 595 comparable System Administrator listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See System Administrator salary insights →

About Parsons

Founded in 1944, Parsons Corporation, a digitally enabled solutions provider, is focused on creating the future of the defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure markets. From Earth to outer space, we deliver tomorrow’s solutions today. Equipped with the capabilities required to take on any defense, intelligence, or critical infrastructure challenge, our agile, innovative, and disruptive approach enables us to deliver solutions at the speed of relevance. Our people are our greatest asset. We strive to be an employer of choice that engages employees in the community and creates rewarding career paths to cultivate a resilient workforce that is ready for the future. For more about Parso

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