Systems Administrator – Ot Network Assessment & Monitoring Engineer in Huntsville, Al (secret Clearance)

This role focuses on systems administration for Operational Technology (OT) networks in high-security, government-regulated environments. It involves managing and monitoring IT/OT networks, ensuring reliability, security, and optimization through automation (Ansible, Bash), Linux expertise (CentOS, Red Hat), and adherence to compliance frameworks (DISA STIG, NIST, RMF). The role also includes troubleshooting, documentation, and supporting DevSecOps best practices.

What you'd actually do

  1. Oversee the daily operational health and performance of OT-focused network and monitoring solutions in classified and mission-critical environments
  2. Conduct periodic and ad-hoc assessments of network/server infrastructure, leveraging in-depth knowledge of Linux (CentOS, Red Hat, Rocky, RedHawk) to identify areas for optimization and hardening
  3. Apply experience in automating system baselines and patching using Ansible, Bash, and Kickstart to improve consistency and reduce downtime
  4. Collaborate with engineering, development, and security teams to support DevSecOps best practices, streamline updates, and ensure continuous ATO readiness aligned with DISA STIG, NIST, and RMF frameworks
  5. Troubleshoot and resolve complex Linux and network issues, providing mentoring support to junior administrators and team members

Skills

Required

  • Systems administration
  • Linux (CentOS, Red Hat, Rocky, RedHawk)
  • Ansible
  • Bash
  • Kickstart
  • Network monitoring
  • Troubleshooting
  • Documentation
  • DevSecOps
  • DISA STIG
  • NIST
  • RMF
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II+ Certification
  • Secret security clearance

Nice to have

  • OT network expertise
  • VMware ESXi
  • vCenter
  • Hyper-V
  • Podman
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Cisco
  • Juniper
  • Aruba

What the JD emphasized

  • Active Secret security clearance required
  • 5+ years of experience
  • 12+ years of total professional experience
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II+ Certification