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Junior Linux System Administrator - DoD

INNOVIM, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509

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INNOVIM Description

INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking a Junior Linux System Administrator to join our team supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). INNOVIM supports the development, implementation, sustainment, and operations of enclaves and systems that manage missile defense training, events, analysis, and operations. Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO

Position Closes: 8/14/25

Relocation Assistance: NONE

Troubleshoot and sustain Linux based physical and virtual machines for the Missile Defense Space Center. Administer OpenShift Container Platform and container Repositories/Registries. Support network engineers, system engineers, cybersecurity engineers, and additional system administrators, to provide high quality, innovative engineering services to the Government customer. Conduct daily system monitoring, system backup and restoral, and application upgrades to ensure optimal and continuous system operations. Comply with organizational systems administration standard operating procedures Manage accounts and access to Linux systems and equipment Be responsible for ensuring system software installs, maintenance, break/fix activities, and cyber security mitigations are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures and service level agreements. Conduct functional, security, and connectivity testing to ensure continuing operability of Linux based infrastructure. Support occasional evening and weekend events for the MDA customer.

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Description

INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking a Junior Linux System Administrator to join our team supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). INNOVIM supports the development, implementation, sustainment, and operations of enclaves and systems that manage missile defense training, events, analysis, and operations.

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO

Position Closes: 8/14/25

Relocation Assistance: NONE

The Candidate Will

Troubleshoot and sustain Linux based physical and virtual machines for the Missile Defense Space Center. Administer OpenShift Container Platform and container Repositories/Registries. Support network engineers, system engineers, cybersecurity engineers, and additional system administrators, to provide high quality, innovative engineering services to the Government customer. Conduct daily system monitoring, system backup and restoral, and application upgrades to ensure optimal and continuous system operations. Comply with organizational systems administration standard operating procedures Manage accounts and access to Linux systems and equipment Be responsible for ensuring system software installs, maintenance, break/fix activities, and cyber security mitigations are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures and service level agreements. Conduct functional, security, and connectivity testing to ensure continuing operability of Linux based infrastructure. Support occasional evening and weekend events for the MDA customer.

The Successful Candidate Will

Be a strong innovator in process improvement and system design. Be able to quickly learn challenging concepts, decompose difficult software problems and provide resolution. Be able to create and follow standard processes and clearly document results. Be able to report to Schriever SFB within 2 hours to support mission surge support events. Have excellent presentation, oral and written skills to facilitate effective and efficient interchanges with program and government stakeholders. Have a positive, "can-do" attitude, be able to work in a very high paced and dynamic environment, and embrace change. Take on additional duties that may be necessary to mission success.

Basic Requirements

Must have 2 years of directly related system administrator experience Must have a recognized active Linux certification (Linux +, RHCSA, LPIC, LFCS) Must have a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (Security +, CCNA-Security, CYSA + (formerly CSA+), GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP) Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher

Desired Requirements

Have a strong understanding of system administration concepts. Have knowledge of Linux system administration.

This position is expected to pay $96,500 - $120,500 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.

IDS is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support. Seniority level

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