4-9 years of relevant experience depending on level
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience
Bash programming experience essential
Proficiency in Perl/Python and LINUX (Redhat/CentOS 5 or greater)
Familiarity with web technologies (HTML, XML, Java2E)
Experience with virtualization and Puppet 3 or greater
Responsibilities
Support implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems
Troubleshoot hardware issues and manage the resolution process
Configure and manage LINUX operating systems
Create bash shell scripts for system stability
Manage daily configuration and operation activities of IT systems
Provide Tier 1 Help Desk problem identification and resolution
Optimize system operations and perform capacity analysis
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a secure environment due to TS/SCI clearance requirement
Engagement with various IT systems, enhancing technical skills
Involvement in significant troubleshooting and problem resolution processes
Opportunity to gain experience with advanced technology like Puppet and virtualization
Exposure to both hardware and software components in a dynamic work setting
Full Job Description
Position Description:
The Quality Assurance Linux Administrator will support the implementation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and security compliance of enterprise Information Technology (IT) systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and maintaining an enterprise Rocky Linux 9 baseline, ensuring systems remain compliant with applicable security requirements through appropriate patching, configuration management, and system administration practices.
The administrator will use Puppet or similar configuration management capabilities to maintain consistent and secure system configurations. The position also provides day-to-day support for client, server, storage, network, and related IT systems and assists with troubleshooting and resolution of hardware and software issues.
Support and maintain an enterprise Rocky Linux 9 baseline
Ensure Linux systems remain compliant with applicable security requirements
Perform appropriate system patching and configuration updates to maintain security compliance
Use Puppet or similar configuration management capabilities to maintain consistent system configurations
Configure, administer, troubleshoot, and maintain Linux operating systems
Install and load operating system software and implement operating system enhancements to improve reliability, security, and performance
Create Bash shell scripts to support system stability, administration, and deployment repeatability
Manage the daily configuration and operation of IT systems
Support implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems
Diagnose and resolve system hardware and software problems and remain involved throughout the resolution process
Configure and maintain applicable network components
Optimize system operations and resource utilization
Perform system capacity analysis and planning
Provide detailed analysis and feedback to management and internal customers regarding escalated technical issues
Required Experience and Qualifications:
TS/SCI with a Polygraph
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
Four (4) additional years of relevant system administration experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree
Level 1: Four (4) years experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Level 2: Nine (9) or more years of Linux experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Knowledge of web technologies (html, xml, Java2E, etc...).
Experience with virutalization and Puppet 3 or greater.
Experience administering Linux operating systems, including Rocky Linux 9 or comparable enterprise Linux distributions
Experience maintaining Linux systems in accordance with security and compliance requirements
Experience with system patching and security-related configuration management
Experience with Puppet or a similar configuration management capability
Bash programming/scripting experience
Perl and/or Python programming experience
Experience with virtualization technologies
Desired Experience and Qualifications:
Experience specifically administering and maintaining Rocky Linux 9
Knowledge of web technologies, including HTML, XML, and Java/JEE technologies
