Linux System Administrator

Booz Allen Hamilton • Stafford, VA

221d • $77,600 - $176,000

About The Position

Your combination of people skills and Linux system administrator knowledge makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. What if you could use those skills to improve the technology supporting training and education for the USMC? As a Linux Administrator on our team, you'll have the chance to shape customer training and mission readiness by leading the development of the Marine Corps' live, virtual, and constructive training environment. Your technical expertise will be vital as you identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in a mission critical environment. Join us. The world can't wait.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience administering Linux operating systems.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, and shell scripts.
• Experience provisioning, configuring, patching, securing, hardening, and managing systems.
• Experience with networks and networking concepts.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Secret clearance.
• HS diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Windows operating systems.
• Possession of excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Possession of excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or IT.

Responsibilities

• Administer Linux operating systems such as Rocky, RHEL, Ubuntu, or CentOS.
• Utilize scripting languages such as Python, Perl, and shell scripts.
• Provision, configure, patch, secure, harden, and manage systems.
• Work with networks and networking concepts.
• Run and remediate results from vulnerability scans.
• Schedule and maintain backup jobs.
• Review audit logs.
• Leverage automation and monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoot problems in a mission critical environment.

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Financial and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Work-life programs.
• Dependent care.
• Recognition awards program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree