Linux System Administrator Functional Lead na LaunchTech

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

LaunchTech is seeking a Linux System Administrator Functional Lead to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining Linux-based systems while leading a team of administrators to ensure operational readiness and compliance. You will oversee container platforms, system hardening, and cybersecurity integration while mentoring staff to deliver excellence in mission-critical environments.

What You’ll Do

As a Linux System Administrator Functional Lead, you will:

• Design, implement, troubleshoot, and sustain Linux-based physical and virtual machines for the Missile Defense Space Center

• Administer container platforms such as OpenShift, Docker, and Podman, as well as maintain multiple repositories and registries

• Oversee and perform the hardening of operating systems and ensure STIG compliance

• Collaborate with cybersecurity, DevSecOps, infrastructure, and application teams to maintain system administration and compliance practices

• Manage and delegate tasking derived from project, sustainment, and break/fix activities

• Mentor a team responsible for installations, maintenance, break/fix support, and cybersecurity mitigations in accordance with policies, procedures, and service level agreements

• Develop and maintain system administration procedures and baseline configuration documentation

• Focus on creating, upgrading, managing, and sustaining physical and virtual workstations

What You Bring

Basic Requirements:

• Must have 5, or more, years of directly related experience to UNIX and/or Linux systems administration

• Must have, or obtain within 60 days of hire, a computing environment Linux certification

• Must have, or obtain within 60 days of hire, a current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g. Security+)

• Must have an active DoD Secret, or higher, Security Clearance

Desired Requirements:

• Must have a Bachelor’s, or higher, in an IT or any STEM related field

• Have experience administering a Red Hat Linux environment

Why LaunchTech?

At LaunchTech, we don’t just fill seats, we bring in people who want to make an impact. We deliver Excellence, Period. That means you’ll contribute to mission-critical work, grow your skills, and be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and execution.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Opportunities to make a difference while advancing your career

• And more

Ready to Join the LaunchTech Crew?

If you’re ready to step into a role where your expertise matters, we want to hear from you.

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.