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Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Systems Administrator

Springfield, VA · On-site +1

$77K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Remote Work: No Job Number: R0246711 Location: Springfield,VA,US Share job via: Share Systems ... Configure, support, and optimize Windows and Linux operating environments. * Manage virtualization ...

Maximus

Senior Systems Administrator

VA · On-site +1

$86K - $116K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... 12, 2026 City Remote Country United States Working time Full-time Description & Requirements ... S. national status required. - Enterprise patch and upgrade management across Windows and/or Linux ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

IT Systems Administrator

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$62K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience with Linux or Windows operating systems * Experience with cloud providers such as AWS ... Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required ...

Guidehouse

Database Administrator

Mclean, VA · Remote

$85K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... remote teams. * Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD "PUBLIC TRUST"; candidates ... Linux/Unix environments and shell scripting * Knowledge of AWS is a plus The annual salary range ...

Coras

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site +1

$128K - $145K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Administer and maintain Linux-based systems (RHEL or similar) * Support patching, updates, and ... AWS certifications or relevant technical certifications Work Environment This is a fully remote ...

CORAS

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Administer and maintain Linux-based systems (RHEL or similar) * Support patching, updates, and ... AWS certifications or relevant technical certifications Work Environment This is a fully remote ...

EXECUTIVE 1 HOLDING COMPANY

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Mclean, VA · Remote

$56.25 - $75.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Administer and maintain Linux-based systems (RHEL or similar) * Support patching, updates, and ... AWS certifications or relevant technical certifications Work Environment This is a fully remote ...

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What is a remote AWS Linux administrator?

Remote AWS Linux Administrators are IT professionals who manage and maintain Linux-based servers and infrastructure hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) from a remote location. Their responsibilities typically include deploying, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Linux systems on AWS, ensuring security and high availability, automating tasks using scripting, and handling updates and backups. They often work with tools like EC2, S3, IAM, and CloudWatch, and collaborate with development and security teams to support cloud-based applications. Working remotely, they leverage secure access methods and cloud management consoles to perform their duties efficiently.

How do remote AWS Linux administrators typically collaborate with other IT team members given the remote nature of the role?

Remote AWS Linux Administrators work closely with developers, security teams, and other system administrators using collaboration tools such as Slack, Jira, or Microsoft Teams. Regular virtual meetings and clear documentation are essential for ensuring everyone stays aligned on system updates, incident responses, and project tasks. While the work is independent, administrators often participate in on-call rotations and troubleshooting sessions, requiring effective communication and teamwork across different time zones. Building strong relationships and proactively sharing knowledge help maintain smooth operations and foster a supportive remote team environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote AWS Linux administrator, and why are they important?

To excel as a Remote AWS Linux Administrator, you need in-depth knowledge of Linux operating systems, AWS cloud infrastructure, scripting (e.g., Bash, Python), and a relevant degree or certifications like AWS Certified SysOps Administrator. Familiarity with AWS services (EC2, S3, IAM), configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet), and monitoring platforms (CloudWatch, Nagios) is essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective remote communication skills help you troubleshoot issues and collaborate with distributed teams. These skills ensure secure, reliable, and efficient cloud operations, which are critical for supporting business continuity and scalability.

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UNIX/ LINUX Administrator (51597)

Beshenich & Muir Associates

Fort Belvoir, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

BMA is seeking a UNIX/LINUX Administrator to support the AMPS effort within the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). This is a fully remote role.
Job Summary
Designs, configures, implements, and maintains UNIX hardware and operating system environments including; AIX, HP-UX, and Solaris. Optimizes backup processes; optimizes disk space allocations; performs installations and upgrades; monitors and reviews logs; applies appropriate operating system security measures; designs and implements high availability solutions, and plans data migrations between systems. Provides technical expertise and assistance to team members as required. Monitors operating system, hardware, storage, and backup procedures. Determines execution and recovery times during disaster recovery and production environment testing, along with designing and implementing efficiency improvements. Engineers and implements redundant systems; develops and enforces policies, procedures, and tests for disaster recovery and data archiving to ensure effective protection and integrity of data assets. Participates in initial project analysis including feasibility studies, scope, time line, task list, and duration of projects. Designs, implements and performs UNIX/LINUX authentication and security audits while providing solutions and remediation for identified discrepancies. Reviews real-time trending information, and contacts tiered support, when necessary. Maintains regular contact with users and supervisor/manager regarding status of open or pending service calls. Assesses and develops long-term strategic goals for production operating systems versions in conjunction with data owners.
Clearance Requirements
There is no Clearance Requirement for this position.
Required Skills & Certifications
  • Seven (7) years systems administration experience on UNIX/LINUX operating systems AIX, Solaris, or HP-UX.
  • Five (5) years' experience with Disaster recovery and data replication.
  • Five (5) years hands-on troubleshooting, tuning and patching experience.
  • Five (5) years administration, configuration and troubleshooting experience with UNIX Server Cluster, Load Balancing and Virtualization.
  • Computing Environment: HP UX CSA, HP OpenVMS, GCUX, SCSA, SCNA, UNIX AIX, LINUX, RHCT, RHCE, RHCSA
  • Proven experience working with both UNIX and Linux operating systems, with a solid understanding of their differences and how to manage each effectively.
  • An understanding of STIGs and experience with STIG tools, application, and testing.
  • Experience with OS and application updates and patching, general maintenance, file system management, and verifying directory/mount points.
  • Experience operating in multiple environments, such as: development, testing, and production.
  • Familiarity with cloud computing and cloud architecture
  • Knowledge on virtual environments such as VMWare, Kubernetes, etc.
  • Experience performing backups and restores.
  • Experience performing system administration tasks using the command line for the following process:
      • file system management
      • user account management
      • verifying network configurations
  • Strong understand of virtual and physical network configuration .
  • Understand of DISA STIG guidance and RMF.
  • Provide in depth experience in trouble -shooting IT systems .
  • Configure and manage primarily Linux/Unix (or other application) operating systems and install/loads operating system software , troubleshooting , maintain integrity of and configure network component , along with implementing operating systems enhancement to improve reliability and performance .

Desired Skills & Certifications
  • Previously worked with network devices such as routers, firewalls, and load balancers (i.e.-F5).

Overview
BMA is an employee-owned small business headquartered in Huntsville, AL that provides superior customer service by empowering all levels of our staff to make timely decisions to produce high-quality results. BMA fosters an environment of passion, precision, and dedication in order to fulfill our commitments to our partners, government, and country.
Benefits
We believe that our employees well-being is paramount to our success so our benefits package has been crafted with that in mind. We offer multiple healthcare coverage options to include low deductible, high deductible, and plans eligible for our Health Savings Account (HSA) option. Along with medical coverage, employees have dental, vision, accident & illness, short- and long-term disability all available to them. BMA proudly maintains a 401(k) plan with an industry leading 6% match that can include profit sharing based on company performance. Lastly, being an employee-owned company means that BMA offers a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing eligible employees the opportunity to earn stock in BMA, subject to plan eligibility and vesting requirements.
AAP & EEO Statement
BMA is an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local Law.

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