LINUX SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR / CYBER SECURITY PROFESSIONAL

GeoLogics Corporation; McLeansville (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GeoLogics is seeking a Linux System Administrator / Cyber Security Professional for a 12-month contract in McLeansville, NC. The role requires a contractor W2 hourly arrangement and a clearance to work with DoD standards.

You will design, implement, and maintain secure Linux environments, manage Cisco network gear, and drive vulnerability remediation. You will collaborate with engineering teams, plan projects, compare vendors, and travel up to 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with at least 2 years in relevant roles.
• Experience administering Linux in small/medium networks.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs, and government security standards is a plus.
• Security patching and vulnerability scanning experience.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering development and ongoing program maintenance.
• Linux system administration.
• Network equipment (primarily Cisco) setup and maintenance.
• Design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions.
• Work well in a team, accept direction and criticism.
• Prioritize tasks to complete multiple assignments.
• Project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.
• Own tasks by identifying alternatives amidst barriers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experienced in Linux System Administrator for small/medium size networks.
• Understanding vulnerability and compliance scanning and security patching for DoD.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIGs and government security specs.
• Network architecture and LAN/NIC/Router configurations.
• Experience with Cisco equipment for small/medium networks.
• Hands-on networking including servers and devices.
• Ability to work solo or in team.
• Demonstrates ability to move into new teams and learn processes.
• Proven documentation and technical writing.
• Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audience.

Skills

Linux system administration

Vulnerability and compliance scanning

Network security concepts

Documentation / technical writing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Cisco equipment

Linux servers

Job description

Job Details

Linux System Administrator / Cyber Security Professional

Location: McLeansville, NC

Contract: Contractor (12 month long contract position, W2 hourly contract only)

Salary: $55 to $61.70/hr

Clearable: Yes, must be US Citizen and Resident

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Support engineering development and maintenance of programs
• Linux system administration
• Network equipment (primarily Cisco) setup and maintenance
• Design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions
• Works well in a team, can accept direction and constructive criticism
• Independently identifies tasks or projects that need to be done and effectively prioritizes time to complete multiple assignments
• Conducts project planning, cost analysis and vendor comparisons
• Willingness to support both domestic and international travel up to 10%
• Holds ownership by identifying alternatives in the midst of barriers to progress
• Supports continuous improvement initiative
• What we would like you to bring to the table (skills, knowledge, and experience)
• Experienced in Linux System Administrator for small/medium size networks
• Understanding of vulnerability and compliance scanning, analysis of the scan results, and security patching specifically for the DoD
• Working knowledge of Linux hardening
• Familiarity with cyber security specifications such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and other government security specifications and guidelines.
• Network architecture and the application of network setup (LAN, NICs, Router Configurations)
• Experienced in Cisco equipment for small/medium size networks
• Hands‑on experience setting up networks, including servers, network infrastructure equipment, and network end devices
• Ability to work alone or in a team environment
• Demonstrates ability to move into new teams and quickly learn project defined specific process while applying past knowledge and experience
• Proven documentation skills and technical writing
• Communicating technical information clearly so that it may be understood by a non‑technical individual

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a specialized area or equivalent relevant experience is required; plus, a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Linux system administration, RHCSA a bonus
• Network+/Security+ or equivalent experience, CISSP a bonus
• Cisco experience, CCNP a bonus
• Experience with general network administration, Server+/Linux+ a bonus

*Rates listed are not a guarantee of salary/rate. Rate offered at time of hire will depend on many factors including education, experience, interview results and skill level

GeoLogics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. EOE/Disability/Veteran