Innovatus Technology Consulting

UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator

Dahlgren, VAPosted Oct 21, 2026

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UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator at Innovatus Technology Consulting is a role based in Dahlgren, VA. It does not mention visa sponsorship. Key skills include Linux. Applications are submitted through JazzHR.

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  • Linux

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Job Title: UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator
Location: Dahlgren, VA
Company: Innovatus Technology Consulting

Job Summary
Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking an experienced UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator to support networks and software systems in a DoD environment. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of professional experience administering UNIX and/or Linux systems, with strong skills in system operations, security, performance tuning, and troubleshooting. This role requires designation at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II and a Top Secret (T5) clearance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain UNIX and/or Linux systems, networks, and software environments.
  • Perform system backup and recovery operations to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
  • Conduct basic software management, including installation, updates, and configuration of operational systems and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software.
  • Implement and maintain security management practices and library management procedures.
  • Install and configure hardware components as needed to support operational requirements.
  • Operate computer systems across different operating environments.
  • Perform sizing, performance tuning, resource allocation, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, and network issues.
  • Work with network protocols, including TCP/IP, and major network security tools.

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in UNIX and/or Linux system administration of networks and software systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in:
    • System backup and recovery
    • Basic software management
    • Security management and library management
    • Installation and configuration of hardware
    • Operational systems and COTS software
    • Operating computer systems in different operating environments
    • Sizing, performance tuning, hardware/software/network troubleshooting, and resource allocation
  • Experience with various network protocols, including TCP/IP, and major network security tools.
  • Must be able to obtain or currently hold designation as IAT Level II.
  • Active Top Secret (T5) clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Relevant technical certifications aligned with IAT Level II requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent).
  • Experience supporting DoD or government systems in a classified environment.

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