Linux System Administrator

Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Clearance Required: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Travel Required: Up to 10%

LaunchTech is a veteran-owned company that prides itself on delivering service before self and excellence in all we do. We are seeking dynamic professionals who embody our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence to join our growing Crew in support of our customers across the federal, state, and commercial markets.

We are seeking a Linux System Administrator to join our team in support of mission-critical systems for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), responsible for the build, sustainment, and optimization of secure Linux-based environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers and systems

• Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management, and documentation practices

• Make recommendations to plan, develop, and execute work plans that achieve critical-path requirements

• Perform physical inspections and analyze system and event logs to identify issues, trends, and root causes

• Provide timely updates to team leads, managers, and stakeholders on task status and troubleshooting efforts

• Install, configure, and manage RHEL and other Linux-based systems

• Assist integration leads and managers with problem definition, analysis, requirements development, and implementation

• Advise team members and leadership on system improvements, optimization methods, and process development

• Use the REMEDY ticketing system to report, track, and document incidents and resolutions

• Perform evening shift work and weekend duty as needed to support off-hour mission activities

What You Bring

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 8 years of general (full-time) work experience

  • May be reduced with completion of advanced education

• Must have 5 years of directly related experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting IT systems and virtual machines

• Must have experience with Multi-Factor Authentication methodologies

• Must have experience building, configuring, and deploying servers and systems in a virtualized environment

• Must have administration experience on RHEL 8/9 using the Command Line Interface

• Must be able to interface with software engineers, system engineers, and subject matter experts to resolve complex integration and technical issues

• Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification such as Security+ CE

• Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Experience with Ansible automation

• Experience configuring and managing NetApp storage devices

• Experience with security patching and software management using RHEL Satellite

• Network troubleshooting experience

• Knowledge of Missile Defense and DoD communications systems

Why LaunchTech?

LaunchTech is built on a single standard: Excellence, Period.
You’ll support systems that directly enable national defense missions while working alongside skilled professionals in a high-impact environment.

We offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Mission-driven work with opportunities for growth

• And more

Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew?

LaunchTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, protected veteran status, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Visit www.welaunchtech.com to learn more about how we deliver Excellence, Period.