AMERICAN SYSTEMS

Linux Administrator

AMERICAN SYSTEMS$110K — $145K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • 5+ years of Linux Administration experience (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu)
  • IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)
  • Proficient in programming skills (RedHat, Java)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with system design personnel to implement new software and hardware
  • Maintain and develop Linux infrastructure technology
  • Deliver 24/7 uptime service
  • Provide systems administration solutions
  • Monitor system performance and capacity planning
  • Manage and implement software upgrades and network hardware
  • Create and maintain comprehensive system documentation

Benefits

  • Healthcare benefits
  • Paid leave
  • Retirement plans
  • Insurance programs
  • Education and training assistance
Full Job Description
Overview

Responsibilities

As a Linux Administrator with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:

  • Collaborate with onsite system design personnel to implement new system software and hardware.
  • Maintain and develop Linux infrastructure technology.
  • Deliver 24x7x365 uptime service.
  • Provide systems administration-related solutions.
  • Maintain best practices for managing services and computer systems.
  • Monitor system performance and capacity planning.
  • Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, network hardware, and workstations.
  • Install and configure Linux systems, back-end databases and scripts.
  • Perform system maintenance by reviewing error logs.
  • Provide technical and troubleshooting support for service problems.
  • Create system backups and new stored procedures.
  • Develop and maintain system recovery procedures.
  • Install and Maintain system security.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems.
  • Maintain all internet requests inclusive to DNS, RADIUS, Apache, MySQL, PHP.Enhance, maintain, and create the tools for the Linux environment and its users.
  • Analyze hardware requirements and make acquiring recommendations.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s level degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship Required for the purposes of obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance
  • At least five (5) years of experience in Linux Administration (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu), including extensive knowledge of Linux server setup, deployment, and maintenance, as well as a firm understanding of networking protocols and server security mechanisms.
  • IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)Programming skills (RedHat, Java)
Pay Transparency StatementAMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $145,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

About AMERICAN SYSTEMS

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is a government IT solutions provider. The Company provides solutions in national security, healthcare, and public sector markets. Its services include acquisition and lifecycle support, enterprise IT, healthcare IT, intelligence analysis, and training and simulation. The Company's customers include the Department of Defense, Department of State, Department of Justice, and Department of Homeland Security. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia.
Learn more about AMERICAN SYSTEMS
Size
1,500 employees
Industry
Founded
1975

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