Senior Linux System Administrator Jobs

Remote and at various client sites, as needed.

Support specialized frameworks and offerings as required.

VMware Certified Professional and Security + certifications required.

3-5 years of experience with VMware, Linux system administration, and Federal government frameworks.

VMware vSphere administration experience, to include vCenter, ESXi, vSAN, NSX, and the vRealize Suite.

VMware vSphere security hardening experience (DoD STIGs, CIS Benchmarks or VMware Security Configuration Guides).

4+ Linux Systems Administration experience with Red Hat Enterprise (RHEL 8), as well as Oracle experience

4+ years of experience with VMware, Nutanix AHV, as well as SAN

2+ years of scripting experience - Python, PowerShell, etc

2+ years of experience with system backups & restores

Relational or non-relational database experience

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Let us now review in detail the key responsibilities that need to be taken care of by a Linux system administrator:

Key Responsibilities Of Linux System Administrator

To be involved in designing, implementing, securing and maintaining the computer systems for its test, development and production environment

Solid understanding of VMware vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter Server.

Currently valid Security+CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar DoD 8570 security certification,

Rudimentary knowledge of vulnerability scanning or compliance tools used within secure environments (ACAS, Nessus, STIG, SCAP, etc.).

Experience working in team of IT professionals under direct supervision.

Maintain efficient operations of the IT infrastructure including desktops and servers.

Support multiple networks and ensure necessary IT administration tasks are completed under supervision as necessary.

Assist testing new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user and impact.

Must have hands-on experience in DNS, networking, TCP/UDP, IP routing, HTTP, SMTP, FTP, POP, IMAP etc.

Monitor the stability of clients' servers with various internal tools.

Monitor & review server backups (R1Soft CDP).

Must be able to understand and troubleshoot Bash/PERL/Ruby/Python/PHP script issue.

Handle incident response, troubleshooting and resolve the issues.

Research required information using available resources.

Develop skills within existing applications in-order to be able to diagnose and fix issues.

Experience troubleshooting and using LINUX OS and applications.

Work as part of a system administrators’ team that is customer focused to ensure the successful delivery of integrated solutions.

Provide hardware/software support for application servers, network infrastructure, web servers, print servers, virtual file servers, virtual machines, and reporting tools.

Participate in evaluation, testing, selection, and deployment of foundational network elements for a nationwide greenfield network buildout.

Provide administration solutions and support for hardware and software platforms to include all GOTS and COTS applications.

Ability to learn and grow skillset as needed to support client requirements

Five or more years recent and uninterrupted experience as a Linux System Administrator

Four or more years recent and uninterrupted experience as an AWS Cloud System Administrator

In-depth knowledge of RHEL/RHEL derivative Linux (components, commands, layout, maintenance)

Experience deploying Linux services and applications such as LAMP

Excellent user interface / interpersonal / written and verbal communication skills

Strong knowledge of Linux administration, AWS, and networking are required for this role.

The Client requires the assistance of Linux (RedHat) administrator for the implementation and operational support of Applications on AWS/Hybrid cloud.

This position is required to be on call for evenings and weekends to meet business needs.

Working knowledge of helpdesk management software and general helpdesk best practices and processes.

Escalates trouble call assignments as required, notifying management of critical outstanding issues.

Experience with System Center Configuration Manager.

Exceptional skill in communication of complex technical information via telephone to people of all levels of technical skill and knowledge.

Four(4) - Five (5) years of full-time directly related, progressively responsible experience in Systems Administrator or similarly related experience.

Experience assembling, installing and repairing PC hardware and software.

Provide timely updates to appropriate team leads, managers and stakeholders on status of tasks.

Must have 6 years of related experience in business systems, operating systems and servers and/or experience in light programming and troubleshooting.

Must have administration experience on RHEL 7 and 8 using Command Line Interface.

Have experience building, configuring and deploying servers using VMware 7.0 (or higher).

Have experience using Ansible or Ansible Tower automation to update software.

Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification such as Security+ CE

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

Preferred Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

management, Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, and other tools used in modern development pipelines

Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing, regarding issues and/or requirements, and being able to evaluate new

Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field or equivalent experience in a computer environment

5+ years of directly applicable work experience combined with the ability to perform system administration for Linux, Windows, and VMWare environments.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting Red Hat Linux, Apache, Tomcat, drivers, applications, vulnerabilities, security requirements and postures, quarterly STIG updates.

Patch and configure systems in compliance with NOAA security requirements.

7 years or more experience in the installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of IT system hardware and software and related IT infrastructure.

Experience in installing and maintaining system hardware, operating systems, software systems, network systems, security systems.

Experience implementing automation to streamline recurring system administration tasks is highly preferred; experience with scripting languages.

Experience with containers is desirable.

Demonstrate Project management, time management and prioritization skills to accommodate business requirements and managing scheduled activities.

Must possess Perl/Shell scripting abilities along with process automation experience. Knowledge and experience automation with Python is a plus

Knowledge of database systems and experience with MySQL/MSSql is desirable

The successful candidate will possess the following combination of education and experience:

Must have 10+ years of experience in Systems Administration supporting Linux and doing automation with Perl/Unix Shell.

Must have in-depth knowledge supporting and administering servers in a large, multi-site, enterprise-wide environment.

Basic project management and coordination acumen

Associate’s degree in a related field, or comparable combination of education or relative experience

Install, manage, and troubleshoot software related to our hosting products

Experience within a help desk / call center environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with emphasis on confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy

100% Employer paid Benefits options- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

Experience in troubleshooting and general system administration

Experience with scripting (bash, Perl, Python) (9 years)

Experience with Linux (VMWare preferred) (7 years)

Experience with virtualization (3 years)

Experience with Puppet (3 years)

Configuration management software (ansible, puppet)

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Demonstrated task planning, and effective communication skills.

Demonstrated experience assisting others with IT-related issues.

Experience working in a team environment.

This position, working on the Jacobs JETS contract, will support the Flight Sciences Laboratory (FSL).

management, Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, and other tools used in modern development pipelines

Communicating clearly, both verbally and in writing, regarding issues and/or requirements, and being able to evaluate new

Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field or equivalent experience in a computer environment

5+ years of directly applicable work experience combined with the ability to perform system administration for Linux, Windows, and VMWare environments.

Good communication skills and ability to work with multiple teams

Experience working in a multiple vendor platform environment

Experience with Change Management, Asset Management, and Active Directory GPO / user account management

Configures and maintains endpoint management systems and MDM Solutions for Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android devices.

Performs configuration and change management activities in accordance with formal ITSM processes established for the department.

Expert in Endpoint services with Microsoft Intune and client management platforms such as JAMF & JAMF Connect

Administration experience or certification in the following tools: Azure, Google Workplaces, Slack, Jira

Proven experience in Cisco Meraki SDWAN / WAP / Switching / Security

Risk Management Framework (RMF) C&A Standards

·Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS.

applications, vulnerabilities, security requirements and postures, quarterly STIG updates, interact with corporate and

Must have a minimum of four years experience.

·Demonstrated experience configuring and maintaining Linux servers and workstations.

vendor SMEs to solve complex problems, RMF experience, ACAS scanning, build and maintain Linux Systems.