Linux Systems Administrator

Everwatch • Annapolis Junction, MD

3d • $65 - $101

About The Position

EverWatch is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support critical U.S. Government missions. The role involves administering Linux systems, managing virtualization and software platforms, and supporting the implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of IT systems. The administrator will also provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support and apply knowledge of system administration interdependencies within a Service Oriented Architecture (SOA).

The position orchestrates the development of a system of interest—including hardware and/or software—through its full life cycle, from requirements determination through operations and retirement. It emphasizes domain expert involvement, risk and opportunity management, and tailoring processes to project needs. The role requires advanced consulting skills or extensive technical expertise, broad industry knowledge, and the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph is required. The projected compensation range is $65.00 to $100.96 per hour.

Requirements

• 15 or more years of experience as a Systems Administrator.
• Experience administering Linux systems.
• Experience managing virtualization platforms such as VMware, KVM, or similar, and software platforms such as Splunk.
• Experience supporting the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems.
• Experience optimizing system operations and performing system capacity analysis and planning.
• Ability to provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support.
• Knowledge of system administration interdependencies as part of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA).
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
• A bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and 15 years of systems administration experience, or a high school diploma and 20 years of systems administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate system development through its life cycle, from requirements determination through operations and system retirement.
• Involve domain experts, manage risks and opportunities, and tailor processes to the needs of the project.
• Administer Linux systems and manage virtualization platforms such as VMware or KVM, as well as software platforms such as Splunk.
• Support the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems.
• Optimize system operations and perform system capacity analysis and planning.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

What This Job Offers

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