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IC-CAP LLC

Net-Sys Admin 2 102-042

Bedford, MA · On-site

Network-System Administrator (Net-Sys Admin) 2 will be to organize, install, and support government ... Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, MS Hyper-V/VMWare/ESx/Xen Hypervisors ...

IC-CAP LLC

Net-Sys Admin 3 102-069

Bedford, MA · On-site

Network-System Administrator 3's primary function will be to organize, install, and support ... SE Linux extensions to RHEL, PitBull, AppArmor, and Sentris) , video teleconferencing/VOIP, Oracle ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux sys admin in Massachusetts is $56.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.90 and $68.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Linux Sys Admin vs Network Administrator?

AspectLinux Sys AdminNetwork Administrator
CertificationsLinux+, RHCE, CompTIA Server+CCNA, Network+
Work EnvironmentServer management, Linux systems, data centersNetwork infrastructure, routers, switches, LAN/WAN
ResponsibilitiesServer setup, Linux OS maintenance, scriptingNetwork configuration, troubleshooting, security
Industry UsageIT, data centers, hosting providersTelecommunications, enterprise networks, ISPs

While both roles involve network and system management, a Linux Sys Admin primarily focuses on Linux server environments, OS maintenance, and scripting, whereas a Network Administrator manages network infrastructure, hardware, and connectivity. Both roles often collaborate but serve different core functions within IT infrastructure.

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Net-Sys Admin 2 102-042

Bedford, MA • On-site

IC-CAP LLC
Computer Systems Design Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Organize, install, and support government organizations' computer systems, including networks and data communication systems.

  • Manage and operate systems and networks daily, including monitoring, analyzing security events, and maintaining operational checklists.

  • Provide technical support to users and assist in analyzing technical risks of cybersecurity tools and processes.

Job description

Network-System Administrator (Net-Sys Admin) 2 will be to organize, install, and support government organizations computer systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems. This will also include helping architect, design and analyze network models. It will require participation in decisions about buying future hardware or software to upgrade organizations infrastructure. This position might be called upon to provide technical support to computer users to help solve users problems. This position will support activities within Special Access Programs (SAPs) supporting Department of Defense (DoD) agencies, such as HQ Air Force, Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and Military Compartments efforts. The position will provide day-to-day support for Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities.
Performance shall include:
  • Ability to operate under supervision
  • Execute day to day management and operations of systems and networks
  • Manage COTS & GOTS products to collect, display and remediate a variety of automated system security and system operations/performance functions and metrics
  • Follow Operations and Maintenance (O&M) checklists to maintain the service (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly O&M checklists); build Tactics, Techniques and Processes (TTPs) and Standard Operating Processes (SOPs) associated with service checklists
  • Operate monitoring tools/capabilities with the enterprise security information and event management (SIEM) and create/tailor complex event alarms/rules and summary reports
  • Assist in analyzing technical risk, upon request, of emerging cybersecurity tools and processes
  • Work as part of a security incident response team as needed
  • Working technical competency in one or more of the following supported platforms: Microsoft Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, MS Hyper-V/VMWare/ESx/Xen Hypervisors, Enterprise networking/firewalls/intrusion detection/prevention systems, forensic analysis/vulnerability assessment, Group Policy management and configuration, Scripting, BMC Footprints, WSUS, , Lumension, Bitlocker, SQL Server 2012, TomCat, IIS, Windows Server2012r2/2016, Win 10, Red Hat 6.5, Microsoft Office Toolkits, SEIMs, Logrhythm, ACAS/Nessus/SCAP, mandatory/role-based access control concepts (e.g. SE Linux extensions to RHEL, PitBull, AppArmor, and Sentris) , video teleconferencing/VOIP, Oracle/MS SQL database security, and Apache/IIS Web server security.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree AND 3 years realated experience -OR- Associate's degree AND 5 years of related experience -OR- High School diploma/GED AND 7 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • SAP experience

Training and Certifications:
  • IAT Level 2
  • Combatting Trafficking in Persons (CTIP)

Security Clearance:
  • Active TS/SCI and the willingness to sit for a polygraph, if needed

IC-CAP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status.

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