Linux Systems Administrator

Peraton • Gaithersburg, MD

3d • $112,000 - $179,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Peraton is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to implement and manage a centralized Cloud System Management system.
This role requires a self-starter who can operate as the program's Linux expert within a small team with minimal supervision. Normal activities for this role include:
Configure ACAS; evaluating and understanding STIG; perform ACAS scans and perform compliance assessment against STIG; configure and manage ePolicy Orchestrator for Data Loss Prevention and Antivirus.
Configure tools such as YUM, Ansible, and WSUS Server; remediate and patch systems.
Set up Kick Start scripts and Boot Server; configure and manage a Linux Identity Management System.
Set up and configure TFTO and HTTPS; configure an audit reduction/SIEM tool.
Configure and manage firewalls; configure and manage file sharing with Windows systems; and configure and manage a complete system inventory.

Requirements

• Education: 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Must have demonstrable previous experience in Linux System Administration in areas such as those above
• Must be proficient in verbal and written communication with teammates and supervisors, including the ability to communicate across disciplines
• Must not only possess technical depth, but also have demonstrated practical application implementing and maintaining similar systems in production environments while applying industry standards and best practices
• Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance. SCI eligibility may be required in the future. The position may elevate to TS Poly in the future, so candidates should be able to pass a Polygraph evaluation

Responsibilities

• Configure ACAS; evaluating and understanding STIG; perform ACAS scans and perform compliance assessment against STIG; configure and manage ePolicy Orchestrator for Data Loss Prevention and Antivirus.
• Configure tools such as YUM, Ansible, and WSUS Server; remediate and patch systems.
• Set up Kick Start scripts and Boot Server; configure and manage a Linux Identity Management System.
• Set up and configure TFTO and HTTPS; configure an audit reduction/SIEM tool.
• Configure and manage firewalls; configure and manage file sharing with Windows systems; and configure and manage a complete system inventory.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees