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Overview SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year! We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to join our team.
SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year! We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to join our team. This position provides Linux systems engineering, administration, and DevSecOps support for secure development, test, and operational environments supporting NSWCDD laser, electro-optical (EO), and mission system programs. Candidate will need to be onsite at Naval Support Facility Dahlgren/Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division or Contractor Site 3-4 days per week. Ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience in a similar role.
An ACTIVE Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.
Requirements
~1 min read- 6+ years of experience with Linux system administration, including performance tuning, networking, and service management
- Strong scripting and development skills in Bash, Python, or similar languages.
- Hands‑on experience with configuration management and infrastructure automation
- Deep understanding of secure system configuration and federal compliance frameworks
- Demonstrated experience setting up and maintaining small computer lab environments (hardware setup, OS imaging, network configuration, patching, and troubleshooting)
- Proficiency with virtualization and containerization technologies (VMware, KVM, Docker, Podman)
- Experience with infrastructure‑as‑code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government)
- Experience with CI/CD platforms (GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Design, develop, and optimize Linux‑based applications, tools, and system components
- →Lead administration and hardening of Linux systems (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) across production, development, and secure environments
- →Architect and implement automation solutions using Ansible, Terraform, Bash, Python, or similar tools
- →Diagnose and resolve complex system, network, and application issues, providing Tier 3 expertise
- →Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with federal security standards (STIGs, NIST, FISMA)
- →Support and enhance CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows
- →Manage small computer lab environments, including workstation provisioning, OS imaging, patching, network configuration, and hardware lifecycle management
- →Produce clear documentation for system configurations, processes, and operational procedures
What We Offer
~2 min readCompensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.
The projected annual compensation range for this position is $106,000 - $147,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.
At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.
We offer:
SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.
We deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.Get Involved in Giving Back
We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.
SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.
We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.
We are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.
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Listing Details
- Posted
- August 28, 2026
- First seen
- September 25, 2026
- Last seen
- September 26, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 11%
- Scored at
- September 26, 2026
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