Peterson Technologies

Senior System Administrator

Peterson Technologies • $168K — $250K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technical discipline from accredited institution required (15 years of experience can substitute for degree).
  • Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in systems administration.
  • Required TS/SCI clearance with polygraph for access to classified information.
  • Preferred skills include Linux, VMware, KVM virtualization, and storage solutions like NetApp.
  • Familiarity with automation tools such as Ansible, Docker/Kubernetes, and version control systems like GitLab.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily systems administration and support for production and non-production environments.
  • Manage and troubleshoot CentOS and RedHat Enterprise Linux Operating System environments.
  • Oversee system maintenance tasks, including backups and recovery.
  • Handle installation, activation, and testing of software upgrades and components.
  • Maintain security measures related to accounts, passwords, and certificates.
  • Conduct System Accreditation/Reaccreditation activities and maintain associated corporate tools.
  • Guide junior Systems Administrators in resolving complex technical issues.

Benefits

  • Generous PTO policy to promote work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Life insurance for peace of mind.
  • 401k contribution to support retirement planning.
  • Tuition and Training reimbursement for professional development.
Full Job Description
Peterson is seeking a talented Senior Systems Administrator.

Provides day to day systems administration and support of production and non-production environments in accordance with agency IT policy and Guidelines.
Manages the support and maintenance of the CentOS and RedHat Enterprise Linux Operating System environments.
Manages and troubleshoots activities associated with systems maintenance tasks such as system backups, recovery and file system maintenance.
Manages and troubleshoots activities associated with activation, installation and testing of software upgrades and computer components.
Manages and troubleshoots activities associated with maintenance of accounts, passwords, keys, certificates, certificate authorities, and truststores.
Manages System Accreditation/Reaccreditation activities and maintenance of associated corporate tools
Provides technical guidance to team of Systems Administrators on complex problems and/or issues.
Maintains documentation of IT infrastructure and troubleshooting procedures.
Assists in the creation, triage, assignment, and maintenance of systems administration related tickets.

Requirements:
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.

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required and 15 years of experience. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Preferred skills: Linux, Vmware, kvm virtualization, Storage arrays (NetApp), Ansible, Docker/Kubernetes, GitLab, DNS, NTP

Peterson Technologies provides for an excellent benefit package to include generous PTO, healthcare, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k contribution and Tuition and Training reimbursement.

Salary range = $168,000 - $250,000, depending on experience.

About Peterson Technologies

Peterson Technologies is a software development company that specializes in creating custom software solutions for businesses. The company was founded in 2010 by John Peterson and has since grown to employ over 500 people. Peterson Technologies has worked with a variety of clients, including Fortune 500 companies and startups. The company is known for its innovative approach to software development and its ability to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.
Learn more about Peterson Technologies
Size
500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
Founded
2010
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$50 million

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