Responsibilities & QualificationsWe are seeking a
Lead Linux Administrator. The ideal candidate is responsible for enterprise Linux administration, RHEL patching, vulnerability remediation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
6 years of experience in administration of relevant operating/software systems for task (e.g., Linux, Unix)
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, patching, vulnerability remediation
- Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments. This includes the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations. Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.
Clearance:
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree, Technical Certification or Graduate of Technical/Trade School, or an additional 6 years of relevant experience
RESPONSIBILITIES
- dminister and maintain enterprise Linux environments.
- Support server deployment, configuration, patching, and upgrades.
- Perform system hardening and vulnerability remediation.
- Monitor system availability, performance, and capacity.
- Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities.
- Develop automation and operational efficiencies where appropriate.
- Lead Linux-related modernization and migration activities
- Provide senior-level administration and support for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) server environments.
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for the configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Domain Name System (DNS), DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC), and Protective DNS (PDNS) services.
- Design, implement, configure, and maintain Cisco email security appliances and associated messaging infrastructure.
- Support DNS architecture, security, and operational enhancements to ensure reliability, performance, and compliance.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and procedures for Linux, DNS, and email service operations.
- Maintain system security, data integrity, and access controls across Linux, DNS, and email infrastructure environments.
- Administer user accounts, assign permissions, manage passwords, and monitor system resource utilization.
- Perform system backups, recovery operations, and disaster recovery support activities to ensure service continuity.
- Maintain application data files, system configurations, and operational control procedures for enterprise platforms.
- Install, test, and implement software releases, system upgrades, patches, and security updates.
- Lead and administer approved system changes in accordance with established change management and configuration control processes.
- Support enterprise applications and services hosted on Linux and related infrastructure platforms.
- Develop and utilize office productivity, reporting, and data management tools to support operational and administrative requirements.
- Monitor and maintain the reliability, availability, and operational performance of enterprise server systems.
- Ensure compliance with system administration standards, security policies, and operational procedures.
Overview
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Location: Suitland, MD
- Type of environment: Onsite
- Noise level: Low
- Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday 6 Friday. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Amount of Travel: 5%
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE
U.S. Citizen
Public trust
WAGE INFORMATION
Target salary range: $120,000 - $170,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual 6s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
OTHER INFORMATION
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
This position supports an upcoming government contract proposal and is contingent upon contract award and government approval. Candidates must meet all stated requirements and may be required to sign a Letter of Commitment (LOC).
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