Job Title: UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator Location: Dahlgren, VA Company: Innovatus Technology Consulting Job Summary Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking an experienced UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator to support networks and software systems in a DoD environment. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of professional experience administering UNIX and/or Linux systems, with strong skills in system operations, security, performance tuning, and troubleshooting. This role requires designation at the Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II and a Top Secret (T5) clearance. Key Responsibilities • Administer and maintain UNIX and/or Linux systems, networks, and software environments. • Perform system backup and recovery operations to ensure data integrity and business continuity. • Conduct basic software management, including installation, updates, and configuration of operational systems and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software. • Implement and maintain security management practices and library management procedures. • Install and configure hardware components as needed to support operational requirements. • Operate computer systems across different operating environments. • Perform sizing, performance tuning, resource allocation, and troubleshooting of hardware, software, and network issues. • Work with network protocols, including TCP/IP, and major network security tools. Required Qualifications • Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in UNIX and/or Linux system administration of networks and software systems. • Demonstrated experience in: • System backup and recovery • Basic software management • Security management and library management • Installation and configuration of hardware • Operational systems and COTS software • Operating computer systems in different operating environments • Sizing, performance tuning, hardware/software/network troubleshooting, and resource allocation • Experience with various network protocols, including TCP/IP, and major network security tools. • Must be able to obtain or currently hold designation as IAT Level II. • Active Top Secret (T5) clearance required. Preferred Qualifications • Relevant technical certifications aligned with IAT Level II requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent). • Experience supporting DoD or government systems in a classified environment.