SITEC - Linux Systems Architect - MacDill AFB
About The Position
Peraton is seeking a highly experienced Senior Linux Systems Architect to support the Special Operations Forces Information Environment under the SITEC III Enterprise Operations and Maintenance contract. The role is located onsite at MacDill AFB in Tampa, Florida, and supports the stability, security, and efficiency of IT infrastructure used by USSOCOM and its associated organizations and deployed forces. The contract provides operations and maintenance services for network operations and infrastructure, end-user and common-device support, configuration and asset management, training, and install/move/add/change services. The architect designs, implements, and manages Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems and supporting enterprise environments, including Windows Server platforms. The role uses Red Hat Satellite, Ansible, and other automation tools to manage configuration, patching, and provisioning. It also includes security policy implementation, monitoring and responding to alerts, security assessments, tier 3 troubleshooting, system documentation, disaster recovery planning, and collaboration with technical teams and USSOCOM stakeholders. The architect also provides training and mentorship to junior staff.
Requirements
- At least 12 years of experience with a high school diploma, 10 years with an associate degree, or 8 years with a bachelor's degree.
- DoW TS/SCI clearance.
- DoW 8570.01-M IAT II certification.
- DoW 8140 compliance under Work Role Code 451 – System Administrator, Intermediate level or higher.
- Proficiency with Red Hat Satellite, Ansible, and other automation tools for configuration management and system provisioning.
- Strong Linux system administration knowledge, including user management, networking, and security.
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as KVM and VMware.
- Extensive hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Nice To Haves
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification or LPIC-3.
- Experience with Red Hat Identity Management, Active Directory/Entra ID, Active Roles (ARS), DNS, PKI, Kerberos, and automation tools such as Bash or PowerShell.
- Experience supporting Windows Server platforms and enterprise applications.
- Experience with identity platforms and identity governance and administration solutions such as SailPoint or similar.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems for performance, security, and scalability.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts using Ansible, Red Hat Satellite, and other tools for configuration management, patching, and system provisioning.
- Perform updates, patches, and upgrades to Red Hat systems.
- Implement and enforce security policies and procedures for Red Hat systems.
- Monitor system logs and security alerts, mitigate incidents, and help ensure compliance with government and DoD regulations.
- Conduct security assessments and audits of the Red Hat environment.
- Provide tier 3 support, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and coordinate incident resolution with other IT teams.
- Maintain system configuration documentation, standard operating procedures, and incident response plans.
- Assist with disaster recovery and business continuity planning for Red Hat systems.
- Deploy, configure, and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise Linux server environments, with supporting Windows Server experience.
- Support, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise applications and services for compatibility, reliability, and performance.
- Analyze, optimize, and troubleshoot system and application performance across Linux and Windows environments.
- Implement and maintain security controls, including system hardening, access controls, patch management, audit logging, secure configuration baselines, and DoD compliance.
- Collaborate with network engineers, system administrators, cybersecurity teams, and other stakeholders to integrate and operate Red Hat technologies.
- Train and mentor junior system engineers and IT staff on Red Hat technologies and best practices.
- Participate in meetings and briefings with USSOCOM leadership and stakeholders, providing system-status and project-progress updates.
- Communicate technical information clearly, document work, solve complex technical problems, and stay current with relevant technologies and security standards.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Health savings account
- Short- and long-term disability
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Parental leave
- 401(k)
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
- Company-paid holidays
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
