Classified Systems Administrator 2 - Linux RHEL

Draper; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 220,000; Full time

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Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Linux System Administrator with a strong RHEL background to build, secure, and operate large-scale, container-centric platforms enabling rapid, reliable software delivery. This role emphasizes containerization and end-to-end CI/CD pipelines, with expertise in GitLab, Podman, Ansible, Packer, Nexus, Vault and Kubernetes.

The role will be located on-site in Cambridge, MA, and requires security-clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Information Technology preferred.
• Security+ certification or higher professional certifications required.
• 3-5 years of experience in systems or networking administration.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain IT infrastructure systems including servers and network devices.
• Update and maintain documentation such as SOPs and network drawings.
• Identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses through reviews and inspections.
• Ensure security compliance and system functionality.
• Provide resolutions for moderately complex technical issues; escalate Tier II when needed.
• Perform patching, deployment, license management, and lifecycle management.
• Coordinate with Information Assurance to maintain system accreditation and SOPs.
• Interact with senior IT staff on risks impacting services like outages and third-party actions.
• Develop and test system specifications and participate in design validation.
• May guide junior team members and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Systems administration

Networking administration

LDAP & AD

WSUS

VMware

Veeam

Nessus

Splunk

Security technologies

Windows OS

Time management

Prioritization

Independent work

Regulatory knowledge

Education

BS in Information Technology

MS in Information Technology preferred

Security+ certification

Job description

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

We are looking for a Linux System Administrator with a strong RHEL background, who excels at automation and platform design. The successful candidate will build, secure, and operate large scale, container centric platforms that enable rapid, reliable software delivery across the organization. This role emphasizes containerization and end to end CI/CD pipelines, with deep expertise in GitLab, Podman, Ansible, Packer, Sonatype Nexus and HashiCorp Vault and solid Kubernetes experience. This role will be located on-site in Cambridge, MA.

Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities

• Support and maintain IT infrastructure systems (e.g. servers, workstations, switches, routers, firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, encryption devices)
• Maintain and update documentation, including standard operating procedures, network drawings, and configuration documentation
• Conduct reviews and technical inspections to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses
• ensure security compliance is implemented and that all necessary systems are functional
• Provide resolutions to an assortment of customer defined problems of moderately complex scope using knowledge and resources to diagnose and resolve basic technical issues.
• Escalate issues that extend beyond Tier II level of support as needed.
• Perform software patching, system deployment, license management, hardware and software management, and lifecycle management
• Work closely with the Information Assurance group to ensure the system accreditation process is followed including maintenance of standard operating procedures, network drawings and configuration documentation
• Coordinate with senior personnel and IT management on all risks impacting IT related services including but not limited to: power outages, environmental changes, natural disasters, employee accident or deliberate acts, maintenance or third party vendor actions
• Develops and tests system specifications and requirements by evaluating, verifying and validating technical and functional performance
• May provide guidance to junior team members
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of systems administration or networking administration,
• Knowledge of LDAP, Active Directory, WSUS, VMware, Veeam (or equivalent), Nessus, or Splunk,
• Knowledge of security technologies and architecture, including: encryption, network security, firewall configuration, intrusion detection,
• Proficiency working with Windows operating systems, including Windows 10/Windows Server 2016/2019,
• Time management skills,
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task,
• Ability to work efficiently and independently with minimal supervision,
• Self-motivated to meet important deadlines,
• Knowledge and understanding of one or more of the following regulations: JAFAN 6/9, NISPOM, JSIG, CNSSI 1253, NIST, RMF, and ICD 503

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, or related field required
• Master's Degree in Information Technology preferred
• Security+ certification or higher professional certifications required
• Experience 3-5 years experienced in systems administration or networking administration

Additional Job Description

• Applicants selected for this opportunity will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• Current in scope Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility is required.

Job Location

• City: Cambridge
• State: Massachusetts
• Postal Code: 02139-3563

Salary

US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,300.00 - $220,000.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role.

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Benefits & Work-Life Balance

Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

We are in the business of redefining what is possible. Join our inclusive, multidisciplinary team to engineer the groundbreaking solutions of tomorrow. Explore life at Draper with our unique culture and benefits at draper.com.

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