Linux System Administrator

Insight Global; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k after 90 days

Paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Linux Systems Engineer to support live, virtual, and constructive training events for distributed simulation applications at a Virginia Beach site. The role requires onsite presence and flexibility as duties adapt to program needs.

The position targets candidates with DoD SECRET clearance, strong Linux, networking, and Red Hat experience, plus a CompTIA Security+ certification, to install, monitor, and troubleshoot NTB software and training environments.

Qualifications

• Active DoD SECRET clearance is required.
• Hands-on Linux (command line) experience.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, UDP, and Wireshark.
• Strong Red Hat Linux experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for LVCt training events.
• Install, upgrade, and patch NTB software releases.
• Monitor simulation components and respond to errors.
• Troubleshoot issues and coordinate with teams.
• Develop and maintain architecture, configuration, and status docs.

Skills

DoD SECRET clearance

Linux CLI

Security+

Networking basics

Red Hat Linux

Experience with Linux systems

Education

Bachelor's degree plus 6 years

Master's degree plus 4 years

High School diploma + 8 years

PhD/JD exception

Tools

NTB software

System monitoring tools

Job description

4 OPEN - MUST HAVE ACTIVE DoD SECRET CLEARANCE

Length: 6 month contract-to-hire

Rate: $40/hr - 55/hr

(Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education)

Required Skills

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field or 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field or 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant experience.
• Must have hands on experience with command line linux
• A current CompTIA Security + certification is required for the position.
• Familiarity with networking concepts, architectures, and protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP and/or Wireshark.
• Strong practical knowledge and hands-on experience with Red Hat Linux operating system

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of distributed simulation protocols such as High Level Architecture (HLA) and Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS).
• Knowledge of Navy C4I tactical systems such as Link 16 and GCCS.
• Experience working with Navy systems and/or commands.

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Linux Systems Engineer to join one of our clients in Virginia Beach, VA. This person provides technical support of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVCt) training events for distributed simulation applications and utilities. This is an onsite role in Virginia Beach.

Additionally, position requires flexibility as duties and responsibilities may be adjusted to meet business, customer, and contractual requirements.

• Installs new NTB software releases, upgrades, and patches.
• Provides engineering related support for NTB setup and configuration during the planning and execution of training events.
• Uses systems management software to monitor key simulation components and interfaces to respond to error conditions and ensure continued service.
• Troubleshoots problems and coordinates with other teams when problems occur.
• Develops and maintains technical architecture, configuration, and status documentation.

Compensation: $45-51/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.