M9 Solutions

Linux System Administrator

M9 Solutions$60K — $180K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret security clearance required.
  • U.S. citizenship mandatory.
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant area or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant Linux system administration experience.
  • Experience with network equipment setup and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity specifications like RMF and STIGs.
  • Familiar with vulnerability and compliance scanning processes.

Responsibilities

  • Support engineering development and maintenance of programs.
  • Administer Linux systems for network environments.
  • Set up and maintain Cisco network equipment.
  • Design and implement cybersecurity solutions.
  • Effectively prioritize tasks and manage time independently.
  • Conduct project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring ownership in task completion.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Support for continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Flexibility with domestic and international travel up to 10%.
  • Work in a collaborative environment with a focus on team success.
Full Job Description
M9 Solutions is seeking a Linux System Administrator to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in McLeansville, NC. An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities
  • Support engineering development and maintenance of programs.
  • Linux system administration.
  • Network equipment (primarily Cisco) setup and maintenance.
  • Design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions.
  • Work well in a team, can accept direction and constructive criticism.
  • Independently identify tasks or projects that need to be done and effectively prioritize time to complete multiple assignments.
  • Conduct project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons.
  • Willingness to support both domestic and international travel up to 10%.
  • Holds ownership by identifying alternatives in the midst of barriers to progress.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • A Bachelor's degree in a specialized area or equivalent relevant experience is required, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Experienced in Linux system administration for small/medium-size networks.
  • Understanding of vulnerability and compliance scanning, analysis of the scan results, and security patching.
  • Working knowledge of Linux hardening.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity specifications, such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and other government security specifications and guidelines.
  • Network architecture and the application of network setup (LAN, NICs, Router Configurations).
  • Experienced in Cisco equipment for small/medium size networks.
  • Hands-on experience setting up networks, including servers, network infrastructure equipment, and network end devices.
  • Ability to work alone or in a team environment.
  • Demonstrates ability to move into new teams and quickly learn project-defined specific processes while applying past knowledge and experience.
  • Proven documentation skills and technical writing.
  • Communicating technical information clearly so that it may be understood by a non-technical individual.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications
  • Linux system administration, RHCSA a bonus.
  • Network+/Security+ or equivalent experience; CISSP a bonus.
  • Cisco experience, CCNP a bonus.
  • Experience with general network administration; Server+/Linux+ a bonus.


Full-Time Employee Compensation
  • M9 Solutions' pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
  • M9 Benefits - https://m9solutions.com/why-join-m9/#our-benefits


Salary Range

$60,000-$180,000 USD

About M9 Solutions

M9 Solutions is an IT consulting and staffing firm that provides services to clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, finance, and government. The company offers a range of services, including project management, software development, and data analytics. M9 Solutions was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina.
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