Install, configure, manage, and maintain Linux systems, including virtualization platforms and cloud computing environments.
Networking
Determine network specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Identify, analyze, and resolve network issues.
System Security
In coordination with the ISSO, implement security measures, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with customer security policies.
Collaboration
Partner with software developers and IT stakeholders to support system integration, patch workflows, and maintenance activities.
Automation
Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools that reduce manual effort and increase operational efficiency.
Patch Management
Maintain systems with software updates, patches, and upgrades while validating functionality and compatibility.
Documentation
Create and update system documentation including configurations, processes, and procedures.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your Linux expertise and passion for innovation to an environment where your skills are both trusted and expanded.
Bachelor's degree in a technical field
10+ years of related experience
SME-level proficiency with Linux operating systems
Active TS/SCI with polygraph
US citizenship
Demonstrated experience with virtual machines, Thin Clients, switches, and networking responsibilities
Requirements
Linux, System Improvements, System Performance, Virtual Machines (VM) Certifications:
None Experience:
10 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required:
Yes
Job Description:
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR SME - LINUX
Grow your impact. Grow your career.
This is the place where Linux professionals build stability, expand their skills, and chart a long-term career path.
Strong hands-on experience with AWS
WHY LINUX SMEs CHOOSE GDIT
Career Stability: Support a long-term Prime contract with continued mission funding and organizational investment.
Growth Opportunities: Work alongside top engineers, gain exposure to cloud environments, automation, new toolsets, and mission technologies.
Impactful Work: Your Linux expertise directly enables critical national‑level operations.
Technical Leadership: As an SME, your insights shape system architecture, integration, and modernization.
A Culture of Support: GDIT invests in training, certifications, and professional development to help you build your next career milestone.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.
The likely salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Travel Required:
None
T elecommuting Options:
Onsite
Work Location:
USA MD Annapolis Junction
Additional Work Locations:
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offParental leave
Additional Information
Type of Requisition:
Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other Required:
None
Job Family:
IT Infrastructure and Operations
Job Qualifications:
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