Lead Linux Systems Administrator at Red Alpha Careers

Compensation

$180,000 – $250,000/yr

Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Type: Full-time
Level: Lead
Posted: May 22, 2026

Description

Red Alpha Careers is seeking a Lead Linux Systems Administrator to join their team in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The successful candidate will support information security solutions, focusing on secure data transmission, threat detection, vulnerability assessments, and security solution development. Responsibilities include designing systems, analyzing and troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with project teams.

Required Skills

Linux
Ubuntu
RHEL8
Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
AWS Cloud

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
Required Previous Experiences: 15+ years’ experience as a System Administrator on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Demonstrated experience in Linux environments.
Must possess a working knowledge and understanding of system administration interdependencies as part of the Service Oriented Architecture (SOA).
Experience with Ubuntu and RHEL8.
DOD 8570 compliance with minimum of IAT Level 2 is required.
Experience in leading a technical team (system administrators, ISSEs, etc).
Ability to review mission performance to ensure proper execution of the mission.
Must be able to analyze and resolve complex problems associated with server hardware, applications and software integration.
Extensive collaboration with project personnel and partner/customer groups is required – strong communications skills are a must.
Providing input on contract deliverables as requested.
Current TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.