RHEL Administrator

Patriot

$90K — $120K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret clearance is mandatory
  • US Citizenship required, no dual citizenship allowed
  • 7+ years of experience with Linux or Red Hat systems
  • Experience with RHEL 7.x/8.x is crucial
  • Must reside within a commutable distance to Annapolis Junction, MD
  • Availability for on-site work five days a week is necessary
  • Willingness to participate in a rotational on-call emergency schedule

Responsibilities

  • Manage and support RHEL-based server infrastructure through installation and configuration
  • Perform system administration tasks for RHEL 7.x/8.x, ensuring ongoing maintenance
  • Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement efficiency strategies
  • Execute system backup and recovery operations for data protection
  • Assess hardware and software solutions to enhance RHEL server performance
  • Document system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guidelines
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and investigate security incidents

Benefits

  • Drug-free workplace commitment with regular testing per federal/state law
  • Opportunity to work on critical federal operations
  • Potential professional growth in a robust security-focused environment
  • Collaborative work setting with access to a wide range of technology and tools to enhance skills
Full Job Description
Patriot, LLC is seeking an accomplished Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administrator to provide expertise in managing and optimizing assets for our federal client's critical operations. As a Red Hat Enterprise Linux Admin, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the RHEL infrastructure. Your role will involve overseeing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of the RHEL environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage and support RHEL-based server infrastructure, encompassing installation, configuration, and patch management
  • Perform system administration tasks for RHEL 7.x/8.x, including setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance
  • Monitor and analyze system performance to identify and resolve bottlenecks, implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability
  • Execute system backup and recovery operations to ensure data protection and high availability
  • Assess and recommend hardware and software solutions to address business needs and improve the RHEL server environment
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments using tools like Tenable, HP WebInspect, and similar platforms
  • Investigate security incidents, assess risks, and design mitigation strategies, implementing proactive and reactive measures to enhance security
Required:
  • Active Secret clearance.
  • Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country.
  • 7+ years of experience working as a system admin on Linux or Red Hat systems is required; related experience is acceptable.
  • This is an on-site position at a government facility.
  • Requires presence on-site five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD.
  • Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
  • Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.

Patriot, LLC is committed to a drug-free workplace. As such, the Company conducts pre-employment, reasonable cause, random and contract-mandated testing in accordance with federal and state law.

Company website: http://www.patriotllc.net/

Company address: 9520 Berger Road Suite 212 Columbia MD 21046

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