Linux Administrator

American Systems; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a skilled Linux/UNIX Systems Administrator in McLean, VA to maintain DoD STIG compliant images, manage AWS GovCloud and on-prem hosted systems, and provide Tier II engineering, development, testing, and production support. The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years of Linux/UNIX admin experience, DoD clearance, and Security+ certification.

This position includes lifecycle management, performance tuning, and cybersecurity compliance duties; salary range USD

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years experience as a Linux/UNIX (RHEL, Solaris) Systems Administrator.
• DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain DoD STIG Compliant images.
• Provide Tier II engineering, development, testing, and production environment support.
• Responsible for full Life Cycle support of AWS GovCloud and On-Premised hosted Systems/Applications.
• Review, evaluate, and fine-tunes system performance for Mission Systems/Applications.
• Monitor the environment to ensure they meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate problem resolution with customers, teammates, and vendors.
• Evaluate new and existing system software/hardware and recommends changes.
• Provide management with status of project.
• Implement, monitor, and maintain Cybersecurity compliance vulnerability mitigations.
• Perform interface Administration, including sFTP, SFG, shell scripting, etc.
• Support maintenance and administrative scripting (Shell, Perl, etc.)

Skills

Linux/UNIX administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS GovCloud

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain DoD STIG Compliant images
• Provide Tier II engineering, development, testing, and production environment support
• Responsible for full Life Cycle support of AWS GovCloud and On-Premised hosted Systems/Applications.
• Review, evaluate, and fine-tunes system performance for Mission Systems/Applications.
• Monitor the environment to ensure they meet customer requirements.
• Coordinate problem resolution with customers, teammates, and vendors.
• Evaluate new and existing system software/hardware and recommends changes.
• Provide management with status of project.
• Implement, monitor, and maintain Cybersecurity compliance vulnerability mitigations.
• Perform interface Administration, including sFTP, SFG, shell scripting, etc.
• Support maintenance and administrative scripting (Shell, Perl, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
• 3+ years experience as a Linux/UNIX (RHEL, Solaris) Systems Administrator
• DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance
• CompTIA Security + certification

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $82,000.00/Yr. - USD $130,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

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