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Linux Devops Administrator

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Aurora, CO, USA
$110,000 - $150,000 yearly
Nov 04, 2025
Full time

Location: Aurora, Colorado
Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph required
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required
Certification: Security+ or CISSP

Overview

A defense-focused technology firm is seeking a Linux DevOps Administrator to maintain, secure, and enhance mission-critical IT systems supporting classified operations. This hands-on role involves collaborating closely with developers and system engineers to troubleshoot complex issues, manage configurations, and ensure continuous system reliability in a high-availability environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build, configure, and maintain secure Linux-based systems in support of mission operations.

  • Collaborate with engineering and development teams to diagnose and resolve system and performance issues.

  • Apply security hardening, user management, and patching procedures in alignment with DoD and IC standards.

  • Create and maintain custom RPM packages and scripts to automate recurring administrative tasks.

  • Manage network configurations, system monitoring, and performance tuning.

  • Participate in after-hours maintenance and on-call rotation as needed.

  • Support limited travel for system installations or maintenance.

  • Operate in an onsite environment supporting active classified programs.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience (or Master’s with 3+ years).

  • Strong experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, including patching, networking, and security hardening.

  • Experience with LDAP user management and system configuration control.

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph.

  • Current Security+ or CISSP certification.

  • Ability to lift up to 35 lbs in support of hardware installation.

Desired Skills

  • Experience with automation frameworks such as Terraform, Ansible, or Chef.

  • Scripting experience using Bash and Python.

  • Familiarity with Windows system administration and AWS deployments.

  • Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Artifactory.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work independently in dynamic environments.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary range: $110K–$150K, depending on experience.

  • 25% company-funded 401(k) contribution, vested immediately.

  • Full employer-paid healthcare coverage with HSA contributions.

  • Quarterly equity bonuses and biannual company events for employees and families.

  • 250 hours of PTO annually, with rollover options.

  • Education reimbursement for certifications and training courses (including Udemy access).

Job ID

D1005

Security Clearance

TS/SCI CI Poly
About Cleared Careers

Cleared Careers is committed to providing meaningful careers to professionals with security clearances. As a Veteran owned company involved in the Intelligence Community for over 25 years, we are much more than a security clearance jobs website. We help connect qualified candidates with companies and cleared jobs that protect our nation’s freedom by means of homeland security, intelligence, aerospace and defense. We are proud to contribute to making the United States a more secure place to live for generations to come.

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