Linux Systems Administrator

John H. Northrop & Associates

22h•$110,000 - $155,000•Onsite

About The Position

JHNA is currently seeking a talented Journeyman or Senior level Linux Systems Administrator. This individual will work in a fast-paced environment supporting various DoD software development platforms in a secure Classified environment at NAS Pax River. This position will require on-site/in person presence.

Requirements

Clearance: Active Secret Clearance is required. Must have the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen.
Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience working with UNIX/Linux and Windows.
Technical Proficiency: Experience with the build, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Linux Servers (Red Hat, CentOS).
Compliance: Must be DoD 8140 & 5239 compliant (Security+ certified and OS certificate/certification).
Cybersecurity: Experience in DoD Information Assurance/Cyber policy, specifically implementing STIGs and system hardening.

Responsibilities

Container Integration: Utilize familiarity with containerization concepts to support application deployment. Assist with the management of container orchestration tools such as Kubernetes or Docker Swarm.
Automation & Scripting: Apply working knowledge of Ansible and other scripting tools to automate routine maintenance, server builds, and patching for optimum performance.
Development Support: Work within an Agile scrum methodology to provide infrastructure support for software development teams. Help maintain CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications.
Systems Maintenance: Install, configure, and manage Linux operating systems (Red Hat) and related toolsets.
Security & Compliance: Perform continuous monitoring, scanning, and hardening of systems to ensure they remain compliant with NAVAIR and DISA policies. Execute DoD STIG applications and other cyber compliancy actions.
Documentation & Operations: Maintain a robust knowledge base including system descriptions, procedures, and event logs. Respond promptly to system failures to ensure high availability for applications.