Linux Systems Administrator

Maintain multiple Linux servers based information systems

Provide and perform a wide range of systems administration and life cycle management tasks to support and sustain IT networks as directed by the Government IT Lead

Recommend and schedule Information Assurance (IA) related repairs in the network environment

Perform IA related customer support functions including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and/or training in response to customer requirements for the network environment

Analyze system performance for potential security problems

Run vulnerability and compliance assessments via ACAS and STIG’s

Perform patching (flaw remediation) activities

Provide Assured File Transfer (AFT) capabilities across multiple classified networks following documented policies and procedures

Implement and maintain a Backup and Recovery solution for all information systems

Diagnose and resolve IA problems in response to customer reported incidents

Coordinate with other teams to assist in the installation of infrastructure hardware and software

Create, update and maintain diagrams, inventory, build guides and maintenance log documentation

Develop plans and dates associated with tasks and provide status updates as required by the Government Program Manager

Communicate daily issues to include, but not limited to, network outages, system failures, or noncompliance in accordance with applicable government regulations to cybersecurity staff and stakeholders

Adhere to IS security laws and regulations to support functional operations for the network environment

Support COMSEC network devices

Top Secret Clearance

Minimum of 6 years as a systems administrator

Possess DoD Approved Baseline Certification as Information Assurance Technical Level II in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M/8140 (i.e. Security+ CE & Vendor certification or IT Training Provider certificate for network environment main operating system

Demonstrated expertise in IAT Level II network enterprise (NE) knowledge and skills

Possess senior level server based administration background

Possess knowledge and experience in Linux Server environments

Full comprehension Linux based HPC deployment and management

Demonstrated work experience with configuring and managing network switches

Demonstrated understanding and working knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF)/Joint SAP Implementation Guideline (JSIG)

Working knowledge of Windows server based OS’s is desired