Junior Linux System Administrator (Active Top Secret Clearance)
About The Position
AMO, an Akima company, is looking to add a Junior Linux System Administrator with a Top Secret clearance to the team in Summerville, SC. This full-time position will support the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) network as a Junior Linux System Administrator providing on-site Linux operational support to US Navy IPT programmatic and technical leadership. This role supports legacy and cloud-based Linux systems, assists with automation initiatives, and contributes to system performance monitoring and cybersecurity compliance activities within secure DoD laboratory environments. The position is designed for a developing Linux professional looking to expand scripting, automation, and security implementation experience in a mission-driven RDT&E environment.
Requirements
- Active Top Secret Clearance.
- Bachelor's level degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science.
- 3 years of professional experience in computer design, software development or computer networks. Experience monitoring and troubleshooting Linux environments.
- Basic scripting experience (Bash, Python, or similar).
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical leadership.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Red Hat Certified Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
- Ansible Automation certifications.
- ACAS Operator and Supervisor Course (cyber.mil).
- Note: Required per DoD standards to serve as an ACAS User or Administrator
Responsibilities
- Provides functional and empirical analysis related to the planning, design, installation, and implementation of the network infrastructure.
- Performs maintenance of file servers and network devices including the restoration of hardware and software.
- Anticipates and mitigates potential attacks through network or other connections to ensure the security of the system.
- Works with end users and vendors to resolve network hardware and software issues.
- May develop and administer end-user training to achieve efficient utilization of LAN/WAN.
- Serve as on-site Linux support for US Navy IPT programmatic and technical leads.
- Communicate time-sensitive system performance issues, risks, and mitigation plans to technical leadership.
- Monitor system performance across legacy Linux servers and cloud-hosted environments.
- Assist with troubleshooting operating system and application-level issues.
- Learn to develop and maintain custom start scripts for various applications.
- Enhance programming and scripting skills to support automation initiatives.
- Assist in evaluating and implementing new tools and technologies to improve system reliability and efficiency.
- Support configuration management and baseline maintenance efforts.
- Support implementation and maintenance of DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) for approved operating systems (desired).
- Assist with vulnerability remediation activities as directed.
- Maintain all qualification(s) required by the Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) for PAA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
