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Echodyne · 3 weeks ago

Systems Administrator (Linux)

Kirkland, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$101K/yr - $151K/yr

3+ years exp

Echodyne offers innovative radar technology for various industries and is looking for a Systems Administrator to enhance their IT infrastructure. The role focuses on Linux systems administration, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity frameworks, and supporting both Linux and Windows environments.

ElectronicsNational SecuritySensorSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Install, configure, maintain, and secure Linux systems in accordance with NIST 800-171 controls

Perform routine patching, updates, vulnerability remediation, and configuration management

Manage Linux-based services (systemd, Nginx/Apache, SSH, syslog)

Configure filesystems, storage, permissions, encryption, and backups in compliance with security requirements

Develop and maintain automation scripts (Bash, Python) to improve consistency and compliance

Collaborate with the Windows team on Active Directory, Entra ID, Group Policy, DNS/DHCP, and authentication mechanisms

Support cross-platform identity and access management aligned with NIST access control policies

Assist with Windows Server administration and virtualization platforms within compliant environments

Ensure systems and processes adhere to NIST 800-171, and internal SSP (System Security Plan) requirements

Support export-controlled (EAR/ITAR) environments by enforcing access restrictions, logging requirements, and data segregation

Participate in cybersecurity audits, system assessments, and vulnerability scans

Maintain configuration baselines, security documentation, and evidence for compliance reviews

Implement and maintain system hardening standards and security controls across Linux and hybrid environments

Deploy and manage system monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, Zabbix)

Maintain centralized logging (e.g., syslog, ELK/Elastic) in accordance with NIST audit and traceability requirements

Support incident response activities, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions

Contribute to continuous improvement of detection, response, and recovery processes

Troubleshoot networking services, secure remote access, firewall rules, VPN configurations, and cross-platform connectivity

Ensure secure communication between Linux systems and Windows infrastructure components

Use automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, scripting) to support consistent, compliant system deployments

Assist with CI/CD pipeline integrations in regulated environments

Maintain detailed runbooks, diagrams, SOPs, and configuration documentation aligned with compliance standards

Work closely with IT, security, engineering, and compliance teams to ensure seamless operations across controlled environments

Qualification

Linux systems administrationNIST complianceBash scriptingWindows ServerNetworking fundamentalsAutomation toolsAttention to detailCommunication skillsCollaboration skills