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Unix Engineering/System Administration

M9 Solutions

Company websitem9solutions.com (M9 Solutions, opens in new tab)

Base salary $110K  to $150K

Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Colorado Springs, CO +1 more

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  • LocationColorado Springs, CO +1 more
  • WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
  • Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
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  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • Secret clearance required, CO

About this job

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.

M9 Solutions is seeking a Unix Engineering/System Administration to work on-site in support of a government contract for a client located in Colorado Springs, CO. An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

  • Performs daily systems administration and help desk tasks for Solaris and Linux environments.
  • Automates administration tasks using scripting languages (Perl, Python, PowerShell, etc.).
  • Manages file systems, storage, and virtualization (ZFS, UFS, VEEAM, PDOM/LDOM).
  • Configures and integrates systems with Active Directory and LDAP.
  • Ensures cybersecurity compliance through best practices, STIGs, patching, and vulnerability remediation.
  • Develops and maintains documentation, performs COTS assessments, and troubleshoots issues.
  • Designs, integrates, and installs system releases, and creates/updates design documents for systems engineering lifecycle.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Secret security clearance.
  • U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
  • Relevant certification such as Security+ CE, CASP, CAP, or CISSP.

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Full-Time Employee Compensation

  • M9 Solutions’ pay range for this position 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 position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
  • M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits

Salary Range

$110,000—$150,000 USD

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal subcontractor and complies with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). M9 also adheres to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), ensuring equal opportunity for protected veterans. If you wish to voluntarily share that you are an individual with a disability, you are welcome to do so at any point in the application or employment process; M9 does not require this information, and it will not affect your candidacy. If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 703-936-0880.

M9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents. 

With 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diverse perspectives in driving the vision of the company. 

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This range next to 6 other live M9 Solutions roles with the nearest advertised base floor
RolePublished base
Unix Engineering/System Administration (this listing)$110K - $150K
System Test Engineering$110K - $150K
Cloud Developer$110K - $125K
IT Program Manager$120K - $145K
Penetration Tester$120K - $135K
IT Systems Engineer$100K - $190K
Security Engineer$125K - $140K

Same $100K to $400K scale as every card. All M9 Solutions roles · How to read the bar

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Employer-stated posting date
2026-10-30
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Location as the employer wrote it: Colorado Springs, CO - Secret clearance required

$110,000—$150,000 USD

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