Linux Systems Administrator

Overview LINUX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR (RDTE) Bowhead seeks a Linux Systems Administrator to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. The Linux Systems Administrator is responsible for system administration in a Research, Development, and Testing and Evaluation (RDT&&E) environment. Responsibilities As the Linux Administrator, you will be responsible for: Providing technical problem solving and in-depth consulting for Linux system opera-tions. Knowledge of working with multiple intercommunicating devices across several sys-tems.

Will work as part of a team responsible for administration, development and man-agement of servers, and clustered systems operating in unclassified network envi-ronments. Develop, analyze, design, and implement modifications to the system software in order to improve system performance, correct errors, or fulfill specific needs. Participate in weekly cross meetings to plan, advise, and develop opera-tional environment requirements, deployments and adjustments.

Participate in scheduled testing events with a willingness to take charge with trou-bleshooting across several systems to provide on time delivery of test priorities. Participate in planning new hardware acquisitions, developing operating policy, in-teracting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization. Linux Admin will provide support for application installation, licenses management, software tracking/distribution and backup/recovery of system configurations and user data files.

Assist users in applying for accounts and approving user access. Team with software developers to implement new proprietary installations and up-dates while providing Linux troubleshooting assistance as required. Experience with a multitude of Linux applications and software: PTP, iRIG, Kickstart, Bash, UDEV, NMCLI, GDM, etc. Participate in daily Scrums to coordinate Jira tasks, epics, and sprints. Willingness to travel to perform installations and testing.

Experienced written and verbal communications to correct and draft Standard Op-erating Procedures (SOP) for development updates and new operational environ-ment releases. Other Duties as assigned. Qualifications A minimum of four to five (4-5) years’ demonstrated experience in system admin-istration of Linux-based servers and Linux-based workstations. High School Diploma required. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Must have well-developed Linux system management skills. Must have experience with hardware experience with HP and Dell systems.

Prior development operations/system engineering experience is appreciated; devel-opment lifecycle understanding is favored. Network administration experienced appreciated but not required. Must have demonstrated experience working in an environment with rapidly chang-ing job priorities. Percentage of travel varies between 10%-25% Must meet CWF DoD 8570/8140 criteria or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification at time of hire.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 15-25 pounds Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically Targeted salary range is between $100,000 to $115,000 annually based on qualifications and experience.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. Must be eligible to receive a Top Secret clearance upon hire. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer. #LI-JR1