Linux Systems Administrator (Azure Based)

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced System Administrator skilled in Linux to implement, secure, and maintain systems and associated applications, services, and components. This position will primarily focus on implementing and then supporting Linux in Azure and AWS cloud environments. This is an on-site, non-remote position located in North Logan, UT.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
8+ years of experience in administering Linux environments, to include RPM and Debian-based distributions
Experience integrating Linux with EntraID/Intune environment, to include OIDC, Exchange, and WSL
Experience deploying and managing Linux workloads in Azure (VMs, networking, identity, monitoring)
Understanding of information systems security best practices and use of security tools such as Nessus, SCAP, and applying STIGs
Experience configuring and supporting headless and bare metal servers
Willing to travel if required, though not a normal expectation
Strong organizational skills, quick learner, and demonstrated problem solver
Ability to apply knowledge to complex, practical situations
Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with a wide range of internal and external customers
Ability and desire to continue learning new skills as system needs grow and change
Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
Valid CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in information technology, computer science, information systems, engineering, or related computer field
15+ years of IT-specific experience (systems administration related)
Ability to automate at scale utilizing enterprise-grade tools (i.e., Bicep/ARM, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, and Terraform)
Experience with containerized tools & platforms (i.e., Docker, Podman, Kubernetes, or OpenShift)
Experience with one or more of the following would be helpful: AWS/Azure cloud environments, containers, automation, enterprise tooling, compliance
Experience in regulated environments or specifically, meeting NIST SP 800-171 or NIST SP 800-53 requirements in a Linux environment

Responsibilities

Owns the implementation, installation, and configuration of Linux servers, workstations, and containers
Supports and maintains Linux systems in hybrid cloud environments (Azure and AWS)
Assists other Systems Administrators as a Linux expert as needed
Follows established IT policies and procedures to perform audits and ensure compliance
Collaborates with leadership to prioritize projects, requests, changes, and tasks
Documents issues and communicates progress through updates, workflow status, due dates, etc., as issues are being worked on
Understands and utilizes Change Management when adding, modifying, or removing anything that could affect IT services
Proactively monitors assigned systems to ensure high availability, optimum performance, and security
Assists in the design of information systems
Develops deep operational knowledge of company processes, systems, and networks
Responsible for documentation of assigned systems and solutions
Operates within and help maintain CMMC compliant environment
Serves as primary SME for Linux systems in cloud environments
Provides after-hours support for maintenance windows and incident response as needed