Linux Systems Administrator
Bowhead Mission Solutions
Dahlgren, VA · Posted November 6, 2026
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Overview
LINUX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR (RDTE)
Bowhead seeks a Linux Systems Administrator to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. The Linux Administrator is responsible for system administration and customer support of servers and workstations in a Research, Development, and Testing and Evaluation (RDT&E) environment.
Responsibilities
Providing technical problem solving and in-depth consulting for system operations.
Will work as part of a team responsible for administration and management of servers, end-user workstations, and potentially clustered systems operating in both unclassified and classified network environments.
Analysis, design, and implementation of modifications to the system software in order to improve system performance, correct errors, or fulfill specific needs.
Participate in planning new hardware acquisitions, developing operating policy, interacting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization.
Work closely with scientists and engineers to help them use workstations and servers to solve their computationally intensive problems.
Support of individual user workstations and associated software will be required.
The Linux Admin will provide support for application installation, licenses management, software tracking/distribution and backup/recovery of system configurations and user data files. Assist users in applying for accounts, and approving user access.
Qualifications
A minimum of four to six (4-6) years demonstrated experience in system administration of Linux-based workstations.
Must have well-developed Linux system management skills.
Must have experience with hardware experience with HP and Dell systems.
Must meet DoD 8570 Cybersecurity Work Force (CWF) criteria or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification at time of hire.
Must have demonstrated experience working in an environment with rapidly changing job priorities.
Targeted salary range is $90,000 to $110,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 15-25 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract.
Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
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