SA 3 - (Linux, Bash, Python)

Akina, Inc. • $206K — $252K *
Annapolis, MD 21401In-Person
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 15 years of Systems Administration experience in similar programs and contracts
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Proficient with Linux command line interfaces
  • Skilled in Bash and Python scripting
  • Familiar with system security compliance policies
  • Experienced with COTS/GOTS/FOSS software in large-scale environments
  • Knowledgeable in compute, network, memory, and storage systems

Responsibilities

  • Support large-scale Linux systems operations
  • Install and configure COTS/GOTS/FOSS software
  • Monitor and resolve issues in compute and network systems
  • Ensure system security integrity
  • Optimize system performance and capacity planning
  • Assist users with IT system access and usage
  • Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 problem identification and resolution

Benefits

  • 24 days of PTO accrued annually
  • 11 federal holidays
  • 401k with 100% immediate vesting and a 10% direct contribution
  • 100% healthcare coverage for employees and 50% for dependents
  • Educational assistance for college classes and job-related training
Full Job Description
SA 3 - (Linux, Bash, Python)

Clearance: TS/SCI - Polygraph required
Position ID: 02-525-SA3
Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland

Description:

The System Administrator shall be responsible for providing support for a large-scale Linux system including installation of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for all the compute, network, memory, and storage system components. In addition, the System Administrator shall maintain the system security integrity and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.

Position Required Skills:
  • Experience using the Linux CLI
  • Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python
  • Experience in performing System Administration including installation, configuration, and support of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software in a large-scale Linux cluster environment
  • General technical knowledge regarding compute, network, memory, and storage system components
  • Experience with Red Hat Satellite systems management solution
  • Familiarity using Splunk for ingesting, indexing, searching, monitoring, and analyzing big data
  • Experience with the sustainment and support of large Linux clusters including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution
  • Experience configuring and sustaining VMware ESXi/Virtualization environments
  • Experience with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) principles and automation tools such as SaltStack and Ansible
  • Experience with corporate STE/STN security compliance policies and procedures
  • Experience using system monitoring tools such as HPE One View and Nagios
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
  • Security +
  • Provide support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems
  • Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems
  • Manage the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems
  • Provide assistance to users in accessing and using IT systems
  • Provide Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems
  • Provide support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
  • Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers
  • Optimize system operations and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning
  • Provide in-depth experience in trouble-shooting IT systems
  • Provide detailed analysis and feedback to agency management and internal customers for escalated tickets
  • Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process
  • Configure and manage UNIX and Windows (or other applicable) operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance
  • Support the design of systems, mission architecture and associated hardware
  • Possess a working knowledge and understanding of system administration interdependencies as part of the Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)
  • Analyze and resolve complex problems associated with server hardware, applications and software integration

Position Desired Skills:
  • Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes
  • Experience with distributed files systems such as Weka, CEPH, GPFS, and HDFS
  • Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence

SA3 Qualifications:

Fifteen (15) years' experience as a Systems Administrator in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.

Five (5) years of additional Systems Administration experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Salary Range: $206k-$252k (Annually)

The range displayed above is a likely salary range for this position. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possible contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Akina is a Woman Owned, Service Disabled, Veteran Owned, Small Business, looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join our team. We offer a generous compensation package that includes 24 days PTO accrued annually and 11 federal holidays. Our 401k is 100% vested on your start date and the company makes a direct contribution worth 10% of your salary. Akina covers 100% of healthcare costs for employees and 50% toward dependents. We offer educational assistance towards college classes and will cover costs associated with job related training and certifications.

Akina is committed to excellence and creating innovative and flexible solutions for our clients. We are a small company with an open ear to our employees' needs in order to attract and retain quality talent that enables our customer's mission.

About Akina, Inc.

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Career growth at Akina, Inc. is not just a possibility—it is a priority. With comprehensive diversity training and leadership development programs, employees are equipped with the tools needed to succeed and lead. Akina, Inc. supports its team members with resources and training that propel their careers forward.

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The culture at Akina, Inc. is built on a foundation of respect and inclusivity, ensuring a supportive workplace where ideas thrive and innovation flourishes. Employees enjoy a competitive package of benefits that underscores the company’s commitment to their well-being and professional growth.

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Hiring Process

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