Linux Systems Administrator

Everwatch•Annapolis Junction, MD
•$77 - $96•Onsite

About The Position

EverWatch is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support Air Force Intelligence Operations. The role involves developing Linux-based solutions for global, multi-infrastructure systems that support real-time mission operations. The administrator will understand customer environments and translate operational needs into technical specifications, design and develop systems, and evolve them using advanced technology solutions. The position also provides opportunities to expand into automation, virtualization, cloud solutions, machine learning, and secure access service edge while supporting current mission needs and future technology improvements.

Requirements

  • Experience updating, testing, and validating changes to systems.
  • Experience with system security hardening and patching for Linux systems and workstations.
  • Knowledge of system administration interdependencies specific to RHEL 8 and RHEL 9 systems 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 a polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or Engineering and 5+ years of experience administering Linux-based systems and workstations; or a high school diploma or GED and 7+ years of that 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.

Responsibilities

  • Update, test, and validate changes to systems.
  • Harden and patch Linux systems and workstations.
  • Administer RHEL 8 and RHEL 9 systems and Linux-based workstations.
  • Build and modify Ansible playbooks using GitLab.
  • Design, develop, and evolve Linux-based solutions for Air Force Intelligence Operations and real-time mission operations.
  • Apply Linux troubleshooting, solutions development, testing, and implementation to meet customer needs.
  • Support system capabilities and future technology improvements involving automation, virtualization, and cloud implementation.

Benefits

  • The company states that it offers salaries and benefits packages, but does not specify individual benefits.
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