GEOINT Technical Field Support Specialist (Onsite)

RTX•Savage, MD

9d•$86,800 - $165,200•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace is currently in search of a GEOINT Technical Field Support Specialist. The position is based at Fort Meade, MD. The person selected will provide software maintenance support and Linux Systems administration for systems at DMS-MD at Fort Meade, MD. This position will interface daily with users, co-contractors, and customer organizations to troubleshoot and correct problems, analyze performance, and make recommendations on improvements.

Requirements

Active and transferable U.S government issued TS/SCI with CI Polygraph
U.S. security clearance is required prior to start date.
Current DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II or IAM Level I certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, CAP, etc.)
Previous experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administration.
> 3 years of Linux Systems Administration experience
Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with Linux architecture, deployment, administration, networking, performance monitoring/tuning, security hardening, and troubleshooting
Experience with DHCP, DNS, LDAP, IPA, CIFS, NFS, Samba and NIX system security
Experience with infrastructure backup, restore, disaster recovery and business continuity products like Symantec NetBackup
Experience with security infrastructure products and capabilities (e.g. Antivirus)
Experience gathering requirements, designing, and implementing appropriate solutions
Experience with application installation and multi-server environment/deployment
Experience with an IT incident/service request system
Experience with HP server hardware support and diagnosis
Experience with hardware and peripheral components in an on-site environment
Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Microsoft Windows 10/ Server 2016 system administration.
Experience with SW development methods (shell scripts, JavaScript, Python, PHP, Java, XML, HTML, etc.) in a Linux environment
Familiarity with x86-based server HW
Experience with ACAS/Tenable tools
Familiarity with Kubernetes and containers

Responsibilities

Responsible for provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software related to a Linux infrastructure for classified programs.
Duties include, but are not limited to, server management (software and hardware); storage management (logical and physical); cross platform authentication and access management; data backup and restoration; software and license configuration; and workstation support
Implement and maintain an enterprise Linux environment including system administration, networking, performance monitoring/tuning, security hardening, and troubleshooting
Administer, patch, and harden Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and related distributions
Configure and maintain STIG-compliant systems in accordance with DoD security standards
Troubleshoot hardware and software issues across physical and virtualized environments (RHEL KVM)
Automate system tasks using Ansible and Bash shell scripting
Install and configure software applications requested by end users
Working directly in a customer service environment, ensuring seamless communication and service delivery
Manage and maintain servers, operating systems, network connectivity, and networking hardware such as routers and switches
Design, develop, and maintain software applications using Python and Java for complex systems and applications
Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing code for performance and efficiency in complex environments

Benefits

Flexible work weeks: 9/80A, 5/40; Flexible work Hours: Core hours, Modified time
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
Eligible for relocation