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Senior Linux System Administrator

Canberra, Australian Capital TerritoryFull-time$190k2026-10-12 → 2026-10-22
On-siteCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Architect, deploy, and maintain secure Linux server environments, Kubernetes clusters, and network infrastructure for government and defence-aligned programs.

Role type

Senior Linux Systems Administrator (Infrastructure & Security)

Builds

Secure, resilient Linux infrastructure, Kubernetes environments, and network services for critical government and defence programs.

Domain

Government / Defence / Cybersecurity

Deliverable

infrastructure

Required skills

Linux systems administration, Kubernetes (K8s), Active Directory, Group Policy, IAM, networking (firewalls, routing, switching, DNS, VLANs), system hardening, vulnerability remediation, scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python), security auditing, compliance management

Preferred skills

CCNA, CCNP, mentoring technical teams

Technologies

Linux, Kubernetes, Prometheus, Grafana, Active Directory, PowerShell, Bash, Python

Responsibilities

Architect and maintain secure Linux server environments; Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, and IAM; Configure and manage firewalls, routers, switches, VLANs, and DNS; Lead system maintenance, patching, and change control; Implement system hardening per ASD Essential Eight; Conduct security audits and support compliance; Monitor and troubleshoot containerized applications; Provide technical leadership and guidance.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities