Linux Systems Administrator

Everwatch

$180K — $230K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of hands-on experience with Linux systems administration, specifically RHEL 8 and RHEL 9.
  • Experience with system security hardening and applying patches for Linux workstations.
  • Proficient in using GitLab and Ansible, particularly in building and modifying playbooks.
  • Knowledge of PKI infrastructure and RHEL subscription manager.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering, or 12+ years of experience for candidates without a degree.
  • Current TS/SCI security clearance with a polygraph is mandatory.
  • IAT Level II or III certification, such as Security+, is required.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop Linux-based solutions tailored to the Air Force Intelligence Operations.
  • Update, test, and validate changes to existing systems to enhance performance and security.
  • Translate complex customer requirements into effective technical specifications.
  • Experiment with advanced technology solutions like automation and machine learning.
  • Manage and evolve multi-infrastructure systems for real-time mission operations.
  • Implement frameworks for future technology improvements that align with customer needs.
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless integration of new technologies into existing operations.

Benefits

  • Access to advanced training in automation, cloud solutions, and machine learning.
  • Opportunities for professional growth by merging traditional system admin skills with emerging technologies.
  • Collaborative environment focusing on redefining capabilities in Air Force Intelligence Operations.
  • Potential for travel to enhance professional development and customer engagement.
Full Job Description
Job Title

Linux Systems Administrator

Responsibilities

Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in the Intelligence Community? You understand your customer's environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer focused engineering solution.

As a Linux engineer on our team, you have the chance to shape Air Force Intelligence Operations capabilities by leading creating Linux-based solutions for global, multi-infrastructure systems supporting real-time mission operations. Your customer will trust you to not only design and develop these systems, but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. On our team, you'll be able to broaden your skillset into areas like automation, virtualization, cloud solutions, machine learning, and secure access service edge. Grow your skills by merging Linux troubleshooting, solutions development, testing and and implementation with new skills associated with automation, virtualization, and cloud implementation to ensure the real-time Air Force customer needs are met while creating a framework for future technology innovations and capability improvements. Join our team and create the future of capabilities supporting Air Force Intelligence Operations.

Join us. The world can't wait.

Qualifications

You Have:
  • Experience updating, testing, and validating changes to systems
  • Experience with system security hardening and patching for Linux systems and workstations
  • Knowledge of System Administration interdependencies specific to RHEL 8 and RHEL 9 systems and administration of Linux-based workstations
  • Knowledge of GitLab and Ansible with experience building and modifying playbooks
  • Knowledge of RHEL subscription manager
  • Knowledge of PKI infrastructure
  • TS/SCI with a polygraph
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, information technology, or engineering and 10+ years of experience with administration of Linux-based systems and workstation or a HS Diploma or GED and 12+ years of experience with administration of Linux-based systems and workstation
  • DoD 8570-Compliant IAT Level II or III Certification, such as Security+ Certification


Nice If You Have:
  • Experience creating Linux-based solutions for customer requirements
  • Experience using health and status monitoring software, including Nagios
  • Experience supporting U.S. government customers, preferably within the U.S. Intelligence Community
  • Experience with Linux scripting languages
  • Knowledge of network concepts and switch/firewall configurations
  • Master's degree
  • RedHat Linux Certification
  • DoD 8570-Compliant IAT Level II or III Certification, such as Security+ Certification
  • Willingness to travel 25-30%


Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Compensation at EverWatch is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $86.54 to $110.58 per hour. The estimate displayed represents the typical compensation range for this position and is just one component of EverWatch's total compensation package for employees.

Clearance Level

TS/SCI CIP

Job Locations

US-MD-Annapolis Junction

Skills

Linux, CentOS, Ansible, Jira, DOD 8570, Networking, System Engineering, Firewalls

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