Principal Linux Systems Administrator

Leidos

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Aurora, CO Posted 23 days ago $116,350–$210,325 / year
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As a Principal Linux Systems Administrator at Leidos' Intelligence Sector, Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA), you will play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing IT systems by managing UNIX and Windows operating environments, troubleshooting network issues, and ensuring compliance with security standards. Your daily tasks include configuring systems, managing user accounts, optimizing performance, and providing comprehensive support for various devices and applications. This position requires extensive experience with Linux, Windows, and virtualization technologies, along with a deep understanding of IT infrastructure management. You must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph to work on highly sensitive projects that demand rigorous security measures and compliance adherence.

Skills

Linux Windows Virtualization STE/STN Compliance Network Integrity System Optimization Capacity Planning Dispatch Systems Server Security Domain Security User Support IT Troubleshooting Client Server Storage Network Devices Maintenance Troubleshoot Install Load Software Security Procedures Tools Implementing

What you'll do

  • Maintain STE/STN compliance for IT systems.
  • Manage accounts and network rights to ensure system security.
  • Configure and manage UNIX and Windows operating systems daily.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues with client/server/storage/network devices.
  • Optimize system operations and perform capacity planning analysis.
  • Support dispatch systems and hardware, ensuring server security.
  • Implement and enhance IT system performance continuously.

What we're looking for

  • At least 15 years of experience as a System Administrator supporting complex IT systems.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
  • Expertise in Linux, Windows operating systems, and virtualization technologies.
  • Experience maintaining STE/STN compliance and managing system security.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting and optimizing IT infrastructure performance.

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $177k
This role $163k
$104k most similar roles pay here $232k

This role pays less than 52% of similar roles. Most pay $139,400–$214,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $163k versus about $177k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 214 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $107,900–$195,050 across 204 roles with salary data.

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