Linux System Administrator – Mid Level (TS/SCI)

MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES, INC.; Herndon (VA); Presencial; USD 102.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401(k) match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment

Adoption reimbursement

Pet insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Vantor seeks a Linux System Administrator for its Herndon, VA facility to maintain and secure OpenStack-based infrastructure. You will monitor outages, support tenants, and implement security remediations while upgrading software and integrating new hardware.

We require U.S. citizenship, Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI poly, and 8+ years of Linux experience on physical and VM platforms, with DoD 8570/8140 certification. On-site work in a SCIF is required.

Formación

• US citizen.
• Current Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI poly.
• Willing to work full-time on-site in Herndon, VA.
• 8+ years Linux system administration experience (5 years with BS in CS).
• Experience with physical servers and Virtual Machines.
• DoD 8570/8140 cybersecurity certification (e.g., Security+).
• Experience with OpenStack/Proxmox/VMware virtualization.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP cloud environments.
• Experience with host security tools (Tenable Nessus, Trellix, etc.).
• GitLab for workflow management and source control.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor hardware and software outages on the platform.
• Support OpenStack tenants and users via chat for troubleshooting.
• Implement cybersecurity remediations with the security team.
• Upgrade and deploy applications on the platform.
• Integrate new hardware into compute clusters.
• Review and update procedures and documentation.
• Collaborate on future hardware planning and expansion.

Conocimientos

Linux administration

OpenStack

Virtual machines

Troubleshooting

Security awareness

GitLab CI/CD

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in related field

Herramientas

GitLab

VMware

Proxmox

AWS

Azure

Descripción del empleo

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job details below. Vantor is currently seeking a Linux System Administrator to join our team. This role will be performed in our Vantor facility located in Herndon, VA. As a Vantor team member, you will have the opportunity to closely support our mission partners, and your work will have a direct impact on mission imperatives.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Monitoring and acting on any hardware and software outages on the platform
• Engaging with tenants and users of the OpenStack Cloud Platform via chat services to assist them with troubleshooting and requests as needed
• Implementing cyber security remediations in close cooperation with the cyber security team
• Upgrading and deploying applications on the platform
• Integrating new hardware into multiple different compute clusters
• Reviewing and updating existing procedures and documentation
• Engaging with the team on future hardware planning for system recapitalization and expansion

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen.
• Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance and willingness and ability to get a CI poly
• Willing to work full time on-site, in a SCIF in Herndon, VA
• 8+ years demonstrated experience (5 years with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science) in Linux system administration for RHEL-based Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Rocky Linux, AlmaLinux).
• Experience with system administration for both physical servers and Virtual Machines
• Certification meeting DoD 8570 / 8140 cybersecurity workforce requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+, ISC2 SSCP, GIAC GSEC).
• Experience with the configuration and use of server remote access tools such as PuTTY, MobaXTerm, Windows RDP, etc.
• Skilled Tier 3 level support technician with mature troubleshooting skills demonstrated in complex computing environments
• Experience working in and administering virtualization platforms supporting Linux virtual machines (e.g., OpenStack, Proxmox, VMware).
• Experience working in and administering commercial cloud environments supporting Linux workloads (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Hands on experience with host endpoint security tools such as: Tenable Nessus, Trellix, Flexera, Carbon Black, ArcSight/CRIBL
• Hands on experience with GitLab for workflow management and source code configuration control
• Ability to be a self-starter
• Ability to adjust quickly to ad-hoc requests
• Ability to support wide range of tasks (upgrade software, patching, monitoring systems, R&D)
• Ability to collaborate and operate effectively in a diverse team covering tasks across the full technology stack
• Ability to balance a mix of team and solo work
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possesses one or more relevant Linux certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE, LPIC-1/2/3, LFCS).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering or a related field
• Master's degree in one of the above disciplines (may be counted as up to two years of experience based on candidate qualifications).
• Experience in Linux system administration specifically with Rocky Linux 8, 9 and 10
• Experience understanding and configuring RHEL-based Linux Operating system security settings to comply with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) application to Linux operating systems
• Experience with Python scripting, tool and/or application development
• Experience with Linux distributions outside the RHEL family (e.g., Debian, Ubuntu, Kali, Alpine).
• Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines in GitLab
• Experience with tools such as Docker/Podman, and Packer
• Hands on experience with Openstack administration/deployment/upgrades
• Hands on experience with CEPH administration/deployment/upgrades
• Experience with Kubernetes or Nomad orchestration
• Experience deploying, upgrading, and maintaining Big Data software stacks, including components such as Hadoop, HDFS, YARN, and Elasticsearch.
• Experience with the cyber security accreditation process (RMF, ATO process, NIST 800-53 cyber security controls)
• Experience with Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools like GitLab SAST, Sonarqube, Fortify, or similar
• Experience working with GPUs and virtualizing GPU resources
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Pay Transparency:

The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $102,000.00 - $136,000.00 - $149,600.00 annually. For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits:

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life.

Benefits also include: you can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

EEO Policy:

Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws. Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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