Linux System Administrator

Digital Prospectors; Boston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Linux Systems Administrator to manage a mid-sized RedHat Linux environment. The role requires expertise in server administration, network services deployment, and must have an active secret clearance. Candidates with strong knowledge of Red Hat systems and relevant certifications are encouraged to apply. Flexibility for remote work may be available depending on program requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a mid-sized RedHat Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of system/network architecture and design.
• 5+ years experience with Red Hat or 2+ years with an MS.

Responsibilities

• Perform systems administration on Red Hat 8/9 servers.
• Support Red Hat Identity Management and Ansible Automation.
• Optimize server performance and manage cyber security.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Red Hat 8/9 Linux

Experience in setting up and deploying network services

Centralized account management

Security relevant certifications

Understanding of system hardening

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

MS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMware

RedHat Virtualization

Job description

Overview

Team Lead & Principal Technical Recruiter - Engineering Division

Length: 3 years to start

Job Description: We are seeking a talented Senior Linux Systems Administrator to support a mid-sized RedHat Linux environment with enterprise level requirements. Qualified candidates should be experienced in current Linux environments and have a strong understanding of system/network architecture and design. This role is responsible for performing systems administration on Red Hat 8/9 servers, Red Hat Identity Management (IdM), and Red Hat Ansible Automation. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate experience in server performance optimization, cyber security, OS and application patching, McAfee suite, scripting, storage, and disaster recovery.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Red Hat 8/9 Linux
• Experience in setting up and deploying network services (e.g. GitLab/GitHub, Apache Web Server, NFS server)
• Centralized account management (experience with Red Hat Identity Management or Free IPA server is a plus)
• Possess or have the ability to obtain security relevant certifications (e.g. Security+ and Linux+ or equivalent)
• Applied understanding of system hardening (experience with DoD system hardening guidelines is preferred, but not required)

Knowledge/experience with one or more of the following a plus

• Knowledge of Virtualization Technologies such as VMware or RedHat Virtualization
• Network support including SSH server implementation, Linux networking configuration, NFS, Host Based Firewall, Web Servers
• PKI, Multi-Factor Authentication, and PIV Technologies
• Linux kernel, system tuning and performance analysis
• Remote KVM experience
• BS in Computer Science or related field and 5 years experience or MS Computer Science or related field and 2 years experience

Clearance

Candidates must have an active secret clearance to be considered for this position.

Work Location & Travel

• Work Location: Onsite 5 days a week. There may be flexibility for up to 1 day work from home but will be dependent on program requirements. Final schedule to be determined by hiring manager.
• Travel: CONUS travel may be once a quarter for a week (Hawaii & Alaska included)

Interview process

• 1st round interview will be Zoom with hiring manager & SME
• 2nd round interview will be Zoom with additional team members as needed

EEO Statement

Selected candidate will be subject to a post offer background check and must be able to maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, relegation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; US citizenship is required. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.