Sr. Systems Administrator (Linux)
About The Position
We solve difficult business, IT, and analytic problems by addressing the whole problem – not just the symptoms – using interdisciplinary approaches that are both practical and innovative. We provide fresh alternatives to ordinary, mainstream consulting firms through small, highly skilled, and hand-picked teams that can meet clients' needs in any industry. Our broad interdisciplinary understanding allows us to provide the right solution, even if it is from outside the industry or traditionally defined problem space. We bring Public and Private, Civilian and Military expertise to every case. We are hiring a Sr. Systems Administrator (Linux) to work in Fort Meade, MD . Position location is subject to change based on central MD client's needs. Required: TS/SCI with a Polygraph Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems. Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. Provides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements and updates to improve reliability, security and performance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Stand up, configure, and maintain Linux servers. Monitoring and patching/upgrades to standard networking resources (routers, switches, firewalls). Monitoring and patching/upgrades to servers and VM hardware. Assist and incorporate security compliance controls as applicable. Support documentation of non-applicable controls. Assist with installation of new or replacement hardware or software. Configure and integrate hardware or software with existing networked infrastructure. Assist with decommission and/or removal of obsolete, excess, or replaced hardware. Document inventory changes.
Requirements
- Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
- Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
- Proficient with Linux.
- Minimum of 3 years Linux system administration experience (within the last 3 years).
- Experience with patching and upgrading Linux servers and networking resources.
- VM experience
- Security + cert
- TS/SCI with a Polygraph
Nice To Haves
- Should have working knowledge, able to use and or support, with some (preferably most) of the following resources and tools:
- Dell and HPE Linux servers
- Juniper and Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls
- Palo Alto firewalls
- Ansible
- Nutanix – VM management
- Rubrik – data storage
- Nomad containers
- SALT scripts
- LibreNMS
- NetBox
Responsibilities
- Stand up, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
- Monitoring and patching/upgrades to standard networking resources (routers, switches, firewalls).
- Monitoring and patching/upgrades to servers and VM hardware.
- Assist and incorporate security compliance controls as applicable.
- Support documentation of non-applicable controls.
- Assist with installation of new or replacement hardware or software.
- Configure and integrate hardware or software with existing networked infrastructure.
- Assist with decommission and/or removal of obsolete, excess, or replaced hardware.
- Document inventory changes.
Benefits
- Competitive health, dental, and vision plans with 100% paid premiums.
- 401k: We contribute 6% even if you don't!
- Time Off: 11 standard holidays, and 25 days of PTO
- Career Development: Get career counseling and individualized career development plans, including education and training.
- Employee referral bonuses for successful hires
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
