Linux System Administrator & Environmental Modeling Specialist

We are looking for a Linux System Administrator & Environmental Modeling Specialist to support our government client in a Website Migration project.

US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY.  

This is a remote position. Candidates must be located in the United States and be authorized to work. 

*No third parties, H1Bs, or sponsorship*

Who we are

Founded in 2009 and headquartered in beautiful Miami, FL, TECKpert is a tech consulting and staff augmentation firm.  At TECKpert, we offer a contingent workforce built for any size digital transformation project. Experts in design, development, IT, analytics and marketing, provide innovative digital solutions to achieve success in our new economy. Our leaders identify the technical talent best suited to bolster our client’s capabilities, across all industries, including, healthcare, government, finance, legal, real estate, and startups.

The project

We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to provide system administration services for a hybrid environment of RedHat and Ubuntu Linux virtual machines supporting hydrodynamic modeling, database management, and scientific research operations. The role requires advanced Linux administration skills, expertise with LDAP, PAM, Samba, and experience integrating with Windows Active Directory. Responsibilities also include supporting high-performance computing, troubleshooting hardware/software, managing backups, supporting database and scientific modeling tools, and maintaining secure, efficient operations for ongoing research initiatives. This is a remote contract opportunity, with government-issued equipment and credentials provided upon onboarding.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Linux servers and clients (Ubuntu, Ubuntu Server, RedHat) in both bare-metal and virtualized/cloud environments.
• Enable and optimize remote desktop access between Windows and Ubuntu systems.
• Create and manage user accounts with LDAP/PAM; maintain/troubleshoot LDAP and Samba servers.
• Integrate Linux user management with Windows Active Directory groups.
• Troubleshoot hardware and associated drivers (display, print, etc.).
• Maintain and troubleshoot backup systems and protocols (Symantec, VM-level, DB-specific).
• Support scientific staff with installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hydrodynamic/ecological models (e.g., RSM, MySQL database connections, Python/R/Appaserver tools).
• Provide support for compiling and managing libraries for scientific programming (C, C++, Fortran).
• Implement and maintain automated diagnostic and reporting tools.
• Ensure compliance with IT security and government protocols, including timely security patching and participation in required background checks/training.
• Collaborate with government IT personnel for technical guidance and reporting.
• Document processes, provide recommendations for improvements, and respond to system issues as needed.

Compensation and Term 

This opportunity is for a contract position with pay commensurate with experience up to $55 per hour. 

Qualifications you need

A successful candidate possesses or provides the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems (Ubuntu and RedHat), including cloud-based VMs.
• Experience with LDAP/PAM, user account management, and integration with Windows Active Directory.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with networking, hardware, and virtualization environments.
  Familiarity with scientific/engineering computing environments and supporting high-performance computing applications.
• Experience supporting backup/recovery protocols and tools.
• Proficiency with scripting and automation for diagnostics and maintenance.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaborative skills.

Working with us

Working with TECKpert means more options. As new opportunities arise, you tell us what you think is a good fit for you. What industries interest you most? Do you prefer an on-location, 9-5? Or would you want a flexible schedule and remote work? We proudly offer a wide variety of roles. Many of our TECKperts enjoy coworking and skills training coupled with the stability of full-time employment. We believe TECKpert gives today's digital professionals an agile path to start and advance their career. All of our opportunities require at least 20 hours per week and can be one to twelve months in length. Choose the opportunity that matches your interest and desired cadence. 

Next Steps

Thank you for applying. If you are selected, we will reach out for a skills assessment and to schedule a short prescreen video call to get to know you better. We will also be in touch for any future roles your profile will match with.

TECKpert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.