Linux System Administrator

Set of X; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Technology Refresh

Training and Professional Development

Stock Plan

Flex Leave and Exchange Plan

Virtual Office Compensation

Fringe Benefit Mall

Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus

Referral Bonus

Job summary

A leading government contracting firm in Maryland is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Linux systems, specifically RedHat and CentOS, and possess a TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include understanding current systems, providing inputs for long-term architecture, and implementing scalable solutions. The firm offers a competitive compensation package, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and various perks.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Responsibilities

• Work with current owners and administrators to understand existing systems.
• Provide direct input for organization long-term efforts and visions.
• Provide system administration functions for critical problems.
• Translate existing requirements into scalable solutions.
• Implement and support final solutions.
• Participate in engineering and strategy team meetings.
• Build direct customer relationships.

Skills

Extensive RedHat (RHEL), CentOS Linux, and/or UNIX experience

Experience managing NiFi data flows

Experience with VMWare or associate technologies

Ansible or other automation platform/methodology experience

System scanning/hardening – STIGS/CIS Compliance

Proficiency installing, hardening, patching, and backup/restoration of Linux systems

Understanding of system monitoring, health/status, and best practice security methodologies

Familiarity with Windows Server environments

Education

9 yrs. experience in System Administration

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Python

Git/GitLab

Job description

Set of X is led by industry veterans who see government contracting as a good community with plenty of opportunity to go around. With a shared desire to give back, grow the community, and do great work, the Set of X team is building an elite group of engineers with a strong sense of shared responsibility and ownership.

Because Who You Work With Matters.

The candidate will participate in a new long-term effort to consolidate a diverse set of systems into a new cohesive solution that improves system manageability and security, while providing enhanced capability with a strong focus on improved user experience. The candidate will be a part of the early stages of this high visibility effort and help build a sound foundation to ensure the project’s continued success.

Responsibilities:

• Work with current owners and administrators to understand existing systems, requirements, and problem areas
• Provide direct input for organization long-term efforts and visions for future architecture and design
• Provide system administration functions to fix critical problems or implement stop-gap solutions as part of the transition to the new consolidated architecture
• Translate existing requirements and use-cases of current systems into scalable and supportable long-term solutions
• Implement and support final solution(s)
• Participate in frequent internal engineering and strategy team meetings
• Build direct customer relationships to improve organizational feedback loop

Required Skills:

• Extensive RedHat (RHEL), CentOs Linux, and/or UNIX experience
• Experience managing NiFi data flows
• Experience with VMWare or associate technologies (ESX, NSX, VSAN, KVM, Nutanix or other)
• Ansible or other automation platform/methodology experience
• System scanning/hardening – STIGS/CIS Compliance
• Proficiency installing, hardening, patching, and backup/restoration of Linux systems
• Understanding of system monitoring, health/status, and best practice security methodologies
• Familiarity with Windows Server environments

Desired Skills:

• Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS familiarity
• Understanding of Active Directory or FreeIPA
• Familiarity with nginx, HAProxy, or other load balancer technologies
• Python experience
• Familiarity with Git/GitLab
• Storage Technology experience including hyper converged, SAN, or IP based storage
• Past experience supporting managed attribution programs
• RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator) and/or RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) certification

Experience/Education:

9 yrs. experience in System Administration

Clearance:

TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Total Compensation Package

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
• Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don’t need new tech.
• Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free.

Additional Perks And Benefits

• Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant—let's build the future together.
• Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
• Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
• Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh—whatever suits you best!
• Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company’s success with an end-of-year cash bonus.
• Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.