Linux Systems Administrator

Everwatch • Aurora, CO

2d • $87 - $111

About The Position

EverWatch is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to develop and evolve Linux-based solutions for global, multi-infrastructure systems supporting real-time Air Force Intelligence Operations. The role combines Linux troubleshooting, solution development, testing, and implementation to meet customer needs while creating a framework for future technology innovations and capability improvements. The position offers opportunities to expand skills in automation, virtualization, cloud solutions, machine learning, and secure access service edge. The role supports U.S. Government missions and requires TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.

Requirements

• Experience updating, testing, and validating system changes.
• Experience with system security hardening and patching for Linux systems and workstations.
• Knowledge of system administration interdependencies specific to RHEL 8 and RHEL 9, and administration of Linux-based workstations.
• Knowledge of GitLab and Ansible, with experience building and modifying playbooks.
• Knowledge of RHEL Subscription Manager.
• Knowledge of PKI infrastructure.
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, information systems, or engineering and 10+ years of experience administering Linux-based systems and workstations; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED and 12+ years of such experience.
• DoD 8570-compliant IAT Level II or III certification, such as Security+.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating Linux-based solutions for customer requirements.
• Experience using health and status monitoring software, including Nagios.
• Experience supporting U.S. Government customers, preferably within the U.S. Intelligence Community.
• Experience with Linux scripting languages.
• Knowledge of network concepts and switch/firewall configurations.
• Master’s degree.
• Red Hat Linux certification.
• Willingness to travel 25–30%.

Responsibilities

• Update, test, and validate changes to systems.
• Harden and patch Linux systems and workstations.
• Develop and modify Ansible playbooks using GitLab.
• Design, develop, and evolve Linux-based solutions for mission operations.
• Apply Linux troubleshooting, solution development, testing, and implementation to meet real-time customer needs.
• Create a framework for future technology innovations and capability improvements.

What This Job Offers

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