Senior Linux Systems Administrator

AeroVironment • Deale, MD

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About The Position

The Senior Linux Systems Administrator is responsible for oversight, maintenance, and day-to-day administration of comprehensive computer networks, including all hardware, software, and integrated systems. You will serve as a technical lead, diagnosing complex system failures, replacing defective components, and providing Tier 1-3 support. Your primary mission is to ensure maximum network effectiveness and uptime for the entire orgranization through proactive management and team training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Information Technology Management or related field is required
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Linux Systems Administrator
• Proven experience applying Devops methodologies using Ansible and Docker to automate repetitive tasks and ensure multi-environment consistency.
• Full-spectrum experience in installing, configuring, securing, deploying, managing, monitoring, and maintaining complex hardware and software products across distributed environments.
• Thorough knowledge of TCP/IP networking and hands-on experience with enclave Ethernet switches, storage area networks (SAN), and network attached storage (NAS) solutions.
• Practical experience managing and scaling virtualized environments using VMware (ESXi/vCenter) and KVM.
• Demonstrated proficiency in implementing VPNs (WireGuard, OpenVPN, OpenSwan) and managing cellular modem integrations on Linux.
• Professionl experience maintaining system health and uptime using Nagios or similiar tools
• Strong ability to work independently, manage high-complexity projects, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• An active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Responsibilities

• Ensure the reliability, availabiity and security of the solution by proactively monitoring systems, troubleshooting issues, and resolving incidents to maintain continous operations.
• Maintain configuration management and baseline control across development, test, pre-production and production environments.
• Perform regular security scans, analyze findings, and implement remediation actions, including testing new hardware and software.
• Operate and maintain the solution, including patching operating systems and COTS/FOSS/GOTS applications.
• Configure, manage, and maintain system components such as application servers, load balancers, databases, and operating systems.
• Deploy systems in the Lab environment, integrate with other systems, and conduct testing and validation. activities.
• Manage, track, and maintain configuration items, including licenses, SSL certificates, and hardware/software baselines.
• Support baseline deployments, upgrades, and updates in production environments, including installation and configuration of new software and hardware.
• Develop, maintain, and implement detailed documentation and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Analyze trends related to component failures, network or node outages, and overall system performance parameters.
• Collaborate with software and hardware vendors to evaluate vendor products and provide recommendations for procurement.

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

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