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AspectWeekend UnixWeekend Linux
CertificationsUnix certifications (e.g., UNIX System Administrator)Linux certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCSA)
Work EnvironmentProprietary Unix systems in enterprise settingsOpen-source Linux systems in diverse environments
Industry UsageFinancial, telecommunications, and large enterprisesWeb hosting, cloud services, and startups
Common Search IntentUnix system administration rolesLinux system administration roles

Weekend Unix and Weekend Linux roles share similarities in system administration and require comparable certifications. However, Unix roles often focus on proprietary systems used in large enterprises, while Linux roles emphasize open-source environments popular in startups and cloud services. Both roles involve managing servers, troubleshooting, and ensuring system stability, but the choice depends on the specific operating system environment preferred by the employer.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Unix job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Unix System Administrator (TS)

Alexandria, VA

TechOpps Inc.
51 - 200 employees
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Job Description

Production Support Team

Unix System Administrator / Systems Engineer

Location: Alexandria, VA

Clearance: Top Secret

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will participate in a team environment supporting a U.S. Government contract that provides personnel security management to DOD. The position involves the development, test, and production support of a web application with a Sybase database. The candidate will need strong analytical skills, strong communication skills, and extensive experience in UNIX.  Exposure and experience working with various middleware products is preferred.

Essential Function:

The candidate will be involved in the day-to-day support of a UNIX Solaris operating system development environment for a web application with a Sybase database.  Additionally, occasional evening and weekend support for production deployments is required.  Strong analytical skills and experience with the ability to communicate is a must.  Strong understanding of UNIX, Shell scripting, and relational databases is needed. Must be able to work in a team environment and independently with minimum management oversight. Must possess high energy and strong motivation to make a difference.  The work is fast paced and with changing priorities. Task switching without loss of productivity is a must.

Pre-Requisites:

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • Current DoD Top Secret clearance (based on SSBI investigation)
  • Security+ certification is required, or must be obtained within 3 months
  • UNIX System Administrator certification is preferred
  • 2 - 3 years hands-on experience with the UNIX operating system as a Systems Administrator; preference is that the experience be with Solaris but any Unix OS experience is acceptable.  Experience must include system startup/shutdown, backups, vulnerability management, and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) product upgrading/loading/troubleshooting.
  • Experience working with middleware products such as Tomcat, Apache, Redhat JBoss-EAP, and Java is preferred
  • Ability to assist with developing procedural and technical documentation
  • Ability to follow project plans (system migrations and software release upgrade)
  • Ability to work evening and weekend hours on a rotational basis for production deployments
  • Experience in supporting software developers in development environments
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
  • Knowledge of UNIX and web-related security postures, skills and best-practices
  • Must be able to effectively articulate complex, technical concepts to on-site clients, non-technical management and co-contractors
  • Must demonstrate a strong sense of self-motivation and direction
  • A team player
  • Understanding of application development lifecycle processes is a plus
  • Common office software skills (Word, Excel, Visio)
  • Strong motivation to make a difference
  • Familiarity with Department of Defense personnel security issues is a plus

TechOpps Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information on our Company, please visit our website at www.TechOpps.net.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Contact Information:  Please send resumes to Recruiter@TechOpps.net.