{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"334a5d3ec671eaa71d1aa1fe","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/334a5d3ec671eaa71d1aa1fe","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/334a5d3ec671eaa71d1aa1fe","title":"Junior Linux Systems Administrator","description":"Company Overview VES, LLC is seeking a motivated and proactive Junior Linux Systems Administrator to support on-site operations and infrastructure management. This role is ideal for an early-career professional who takes initiative, is eager to learn, and thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment. The position is onsite at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, with hybrid flexibility.\r\nAbout VES, LLC We are a small business headquartered in Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. Founded in 2014, we have grown to approximately 80 employees and specialize in custom government off-the-shelf (GOTS) infrastructure solutions, mission command system integration, and prototyping emerging technologies for the Army tactical architecture. We are an engineering-centric company focused on solving the DoD's hardest software systems integration challenges. Unlike many contractor firms, we aim to retain talent for the long haul, offering competitive pay, generous benefits, and a friendly work culture.\r\nPosition Summary The Junior Linux Systems Administrator will manage and maintain Ubuntu Linux-based servers and end-user systems (laptops/desktops) across operational and lab environments. Responsibilities include providing Tier-1 help-desk support, troubleshooting hardware/software/connectivity issues, and maintaining containerized or virtualized environments (Docker and/or VMware vSphere). The role also involves hands-on physical infrastructure work—racking, cabling, hardware installation—and operating in a lab setting. This entry-to-early-career position (0-3 years experience) offers significant growth opportunities within a mission-focused technical team.\r\nKey Responsibilities\r\nAdminister and maintain Ubuntu Linux systems, including configuration, patching, and troubleshooting\r\nSupport day-to-day operation and maintenance of physical, containerized, and virtualized server environments\r\nTrack equipment and assets, managing intake, inventory, and lifecycle across operations and labs\r\nProvide Tier-1 help-desk support for hardware, software, and connectivity issues\r\nSupport Docker/VMware vSphere environments, including basic provisioning and upkeep\r\nPerform infrastructure tasks: racking, cabling, hardware installation, and lab maintenance\r\nAssist with basic network troubleshooting (switches, firewalls, cabling)\r\nMonitor systems and resolve issues through a ticketing system, prioritizing proactively\r\nCollaborate on system integration, testing, and operational activities\r\nMaintain accurate documentation, configurations, and standard operating procedures\r\nSupport on-premises and cloud-based tools as needed\r\nContinuously develop technical skills and contribute to broader system lifecycle activities\r\nRequired Qualifications\r\nLocal to the Aberdeen, MD area\r\nMust work on-site 4-5 days per week\r\nU.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain/maintain security clearance\r\n0-3 years of professional or internship experience\r\nExperience administering Linux (Ubuntu or similar), including configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting\r\nStrong troubleshooting skills across systems, hardware, and basic connectivity\r\nSolid networking fundamentals (IP, subnetting, routing)\r\nExperience scripting/automation with Python\r\nExperience with Docker or VMware vSphere, provisioning and maintenance\r\nDemonstrated initiative, independent work, and ticket-system workload management\r\nWillingness to learn across the full lifecycle of systems, including containers, virtualization, and infrastructure\r\nCommitment to security-first principles and best practices throughout design, deployment, and operations\r\nPhysical capability to lift up to 60 pounds (with assistance)\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nExposure to both Docker and VMware vSphere\r\nFamiliarity with system/application lifecycle (build, deployment, maintenance)\r\nExperience with cloud platforms and/or on-premises enterprise tools\r\nExperience with configuration management (Puppet, Ansible, or similar)\r\nPrior support for DoD or regulated environments\r\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field; relevant certifications (Linux+, RHCSA, Security+, VMware)\r\nClearance Requirements\r\nU.S. citizenship required\r\nAbility to obtain and maintain a government security clearance\r\nBenefits\r\n401(k) match\r\nHighly competitive salary\r\nUp to 15 paid vacation days per year\r\n11 paid holidays\r\nFlexible work/life balance culture\r\nSalary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year\r\nVES is an equal-opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Ves","rawCompany":"ves","city":"Baltimore","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T09:02:05.476Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1231.00","title":"Computer Network Support Specialists","slug":"computer-network-support-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Junior Linux Systems Administrator","description":"Company Overview VES, LLC is seeking a motivated and proactive Junior Linux Systems Administrator to support on-site operations and infrastructure management. 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