Linux Administrator (Active TS/SCI with Polygraph)

J&T Business Consulting • Fort George G Meade, MD

22h

About The Position

This role requires a Linux Administrator with an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph. The position involves ten years of experience in similar programs and contracts, a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (or equivalent experience), and a minimum IAT Level II certification (SEC+, CCNA). Key responsibilities include strong Linux administration, working with diverse teams, scripting for automation, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, eager to learn, and possesses good communication skills.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of experience as an SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• A minimum certification of IAT Level II (SEC+, CCNA).
• Strong Linux administration experience, including configuring, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Experience working with diverse teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Experience creating, debugging, and implementing Bash, Python, Puppet, and/or Ansible automation scripts.
• Ability to work in a team and mentor junior staff.
• Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies.
• Ability to communicate issues with team members and/or service owners.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Configure, patch, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux systems.
• Work with diverse teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Create, debug, and implement Bash, Python, Puppet, and/or Ansible automation scripts.
• Mentor junior staff.
• Communicate issues with team members and/or service owners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior