Linux Systems Administrator

EverWatch•Aurora, CO

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About The Position

EverWatch is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to develop and support Linux-based solutions for Air Force Intelligence Operations. The role involves working with global, multi-infrastructure systems that support real-time mission operations, translating customer needs into technical specifications, and designing, developing, testing, implementing, and evolving systems. The position also offers opportunities to expand into automation, virtualization, cloud solutions, machine learning, and secure access service edge while helping build a framework for future technology innovations and capability improvements.

Requirements

Experience updating, testing, and validating changes to systems.
Experience with 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 is required; applicants are subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, information technology, information systems, or engineering and 10+ years of experience administering Linux-based systems and workstations; or a high school diploma or GED and 12+ 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.
RedHat Linux Certification.
Willingness to travel 25–30%.

Responsibilities

Update, test, and validate system changes.
Perform security hardening and patching for Linux systems and workstations.
Develop and support Linux-based solutions for customer requirements and real-time mission operations.
Design, develop, test, implement, and evolve systems supporting Air Force Intelligence Operations.
Troubleshoot Linux systems and contribute to solutions development and implementation.
Help create a framework for future technology innovations and capability improvements.