Linux System Administrator

LaunchTech•Colorado Springs, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

LaunchTech is a veteran-owned company that prides itself on delivering service before self and excellence in all we do. We are seeking dynamic professionals who embody our core values of Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence to join our growing Crew in support of our customers across the federal, state, and commercial markets. We are seeking a Linux System Administrator to join our team in support of mission-critical systems for the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), responsible for the build, sustainment, and optimization of secure Linux-based environments.

Requirements

Must have 8 years of general (full-time) work experience
May be reduced with completion of advanced education
Must have 5 years of directly related experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting IT systems and virtual machines
Must have experience with Multi-Factor Authentication methodologies
Must have experience building, configuring, and deploying servers and systems in a virtualized environment
Must have administration experience on RHEL 8/9 using the Command Line Interface
Must be able to interface with software engineers, system engineers, and subject matter experts to resolve complex integration and technical issues
Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification such as Security+ CE
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with Ansible automation
Experience configuring and managing NetApp storage devices
Experience with security patching and software management using RHEL Satellite
Network troubleshooting experience
Knowledge of Missile Defense and DoD communications systems

Responsibilities

Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain, and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers and systems
Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management, and documentation practices
Make recommendations to plan, develop, and execute work plans that achieve critical-path requirements
Perform physical inspections and analyze system and event logs to identify issues, trends, and root causes
Provide timely updates to team leads, managers, and stakeholders on task status and troubleshooting efforts
Install, configure, and manage RHEL and other Linux-based systems
Assist integration leads and managers with problem definition, analysis, requirements development, and implementation
Advise team members and leadership on system improvements, optimization methods, and process development
Use the REMEDY ticketing system to report, track, and document incidents and resolutions
Perform evening shift work and weekend duty as needed to support off-hour mission activities