Linux Administrator with Security Clearance

Linux Administrator
The team is involved in operation and sustainment of a mission-critical geospatial solution supporting DoW end users. A successful candidate will have experience with installation, configuration, administration, support and maintenance of mission critical cloud and on-premise systems.

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities will involve taking a leadership role in system changes and improvements; working directly with government and contractor POCs to troubleshoot issues; proactively recommend configuration changes to help improve system performance; regularly work with government and contractor POCs to keep systems security compliant; and author and update operational and security documentation, including troubleshooting guides and SOPs. Other tasks as assigned.

Core Qualifications

Requires BS degree and 8+ years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6+ years of prior relevant experience;
OR additional years of experience in lieu of degree
Must currently possess an active TS/SCI Clearance with ability to obtain & maintain a Polygraph post hire
Must meet DOD 8570 Certification (Security+ or equivalent or higher)
Proactive self-starter demonstrating a positive, willing attitude and excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly
Organizational Skills: Can plan and prioritize work. Follows tasks to their logical conclusion and makes sure that everything has been done to the right standard. Good attention to detail.

Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently to team members and clients, verbally and in writing. Able to present ideas in a variety of ways depending upon audience and context.

Linux administration experience provisioning end users
Experience managing and configuring RHEL environments
Experience building, optimizing, and maintaining multi-node environments that run parallel workloads
Experience with Linux clusters, specifically Slurm and MPI, to support High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems
Strong understanding of NGA Networking
Proficient reviewing STIG/IAVA scans and remediating vulnerabilities
Experience performing Virtual Machine backups/snapshots
Experience working with Security to support ISCP exercises
Experience scripting for administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and automation
Knowledge of Systems, Architectural, SW Development and SW Sustainment Practices Preferred Qualifications:
Red Hat Certification(s)
Linux Certification(s)
Agile Certification(s)
Team Collaboration tools and administration (Jira, Confluence) BENEFITS Client is an

Equal Opportunity Employer and has been operating since 1996 providing support on various contracts with Government agencies. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes 3 weeks paid time off, 11 Federal Holidays, medical/dental coverage, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D, 401k with up to 4% match, and end-of-year profit sharing.