The NISC IV program at Leidos is seeking a Linux System Administrator to provide specialized expertise in support of the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) Office of Performance Analysis, Data Integration and Modeling Group. You will use your expertise in Linux System Administration and Kubernetes System Administration to support the development of software applications related to the operation and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS).  This support will also include innovative methodologies, processes, architectures, and technologies that support the transformation of FAA raw data into meaningful, useful, and actionable information to support business decisions.

Primary Responsibilities

You will assist AJR-G in developing software applications and the development of cloud solutions for existing databases. You will also support the development of a shared platform by which a program/system can be modularly integrated.  Provide technical and subject matter expertise, and program management support for completion of lifecycle system design and analysis.  Other related duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a BS degree and 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 years of prior relevant experience or if no degree, additional related work experience can be substituted. Linux system administrationKubernetes system administration

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DockerKafkaiSCSINiFiVirtual machinesSoftware development experience.Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to handle multiple tasking and deadlines. Experience with Microsoft Office including MS Teams. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to handle multiple tasking and deadlines.Must be able to obtain FAA Public Trust prior to starting. To be eligible for the Public Trust you must either be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder who has resided in the US for the past 3 years.Preferred Qualifications​Knowledge of Internet Small Computer System Interface (iSCSI)Experience with AWS cloud is desired though not required.Knowledge of the FAA’s Knowledge Services Network (KSN) (SharePoint).Knowledge of the FAA SWIM data sources desired but not required.Knowledge of containerization of components for software development is a plus.Original Posting:July 7, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $112,450.00 - $203,275.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.