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SMX

Linux Systems Administrator (5325)

Patuxent River, MD · On-site

$78K - $130K/yr

SMX is seeking an Embedded Linux System Administrator to support a lab environment on-site at NAS Patuxent River. This role focuses on hands-on support of hardware and operating systems within an ...

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As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior lab system administrator in the United States is $102,229.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Lab System Administrator vs Lab Technician?

AspectSenior Lab System AdministratorLab Technician
CredentialsIT certifications, relevant degrees, experience in system managementTechnical diploma or associate degree, specialized training
Work EnvironmentLaboratories with complex IT infrastructure, research facilitiesLaboratory settings focused on sample processing and testing
Employer & IndustryResearch institutions, biotech, pharmaceutical companiesMedical labs, research facilities, manufacturing
Common TasksManaging lab IT systems, troubleshooting hardware/software, network securityPreparing samples, operating lab equipment, recording data

The Senior Lab System Administrator primarily manages and maintains the IT infrastructure within laboratories, requiring technical certifications and experience. In contrast, Lab Technicians focus on sample processing and laboratory testing. While both roles work in lab environments, their responsibilities and skill sets differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Senior Lab System Administrator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,229 per year, or $49.1 per hour.
Linux Systems Administrator (5325)

Linux Systems Administrator (5325)

SMX

Patuxent River, MD • On-site

$78K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

SMX is seeking an Embedded Linux System Administrator to support a lab environment on-site at NAS Patuxent River.
This role focuses on hands-on support of hardware and operating systems within an embedded environment. The Linux System Administrator will be responsible for ensuring deployed lab systems remain compliant, secure, and operational through proper patching, scanning, and backup practices.
The ideal candidate will bring strong Linux experience, foundational troubleshooting skills, and the ability to support a mix of RDT&E builds and day-to-day lab sustainment efforts.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide hardware support for deployed lab systems
  • Support installation, configuration, and sustainment of operating systems and application software
  • Perform compliance assurance activities, including applying STIGs, patching, backups, and scans on all lab devices once deployed
  • Build, configure, and support RDT&E environments for testing and evaluation
  • Troubleshoot technical issues across hardware, OS, applications, and network connectivity
  • Collaborate with other system administrators and engineers to resolve issues and implement solutions
  • Follow established processes for system changes, configuration, and compliance documentation

Required Skills & Experience
  • Clearance Required: Secret
    • Must be able to obtain and maintain Top Secret
  • 3+ years of related experience
  • Ability to work onsite at NAS Patuxent River
  • Proficiency with Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu/Solaris/CentOS)
  • Foundational knowledge in troubleshooting, critical thinking, and planning
  • Basic familiarity with compliance practices including STIGs, patching, and vulnerability scanning
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills & Experience
  • Windows experience
  • Experience with Ansible
  • Exposure and familiarity with networking concepts (routing, switching, firewalls)
  • Familiarity with VMware virtualization technologies
  • Exposure to storage administration
  • Prior lab environment or RDT&E support experience

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$78,200-$130,300 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

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