Linux Systems Administrator

Lentech Inc.; Laurel (MS); Hybrid; USD 159,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

ESOP

Continuing education

Time off benefits

Family support

Job summary

Lentech, Inc. seeks a senior Linux Systems Administrator to design architectures, implement solutions, and lead a small Linux team in a hybrid cloud setting. You will maintain Linux instances, automate tasks with Bash, Python, Puppet, and Ansible, and collaborate across diverse teams.

The role requires active TS.SCI w/FSP, 10+ years as a SA, and DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certifications (SEC+, CCNA). Strong troubleshooting, mentoring, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active and current TS.SCI w FSP through MD.
• Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Certifications: DoD 8570.01-M with IAT Level II (SEC+, CCNA).
• Strong Linux administration experience including configuring, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Experience with Bash, Python, Puppet, and/or Ansible automation scripts.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and communicate issues clearly.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design architecture and develop solutions to meet organizational needs.
• Join a small, talented Linux team in a hybrid cloud environment and help automate processes.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and optimize Linux instances across networks and architectures.
• Leverage Bash, Python, Puppet, and Ansible to automate tasks and reduce manual work.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor junior staff to share knowledge.

Skills

Linux administration

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Puppet/Ansible

Team mentorship

Communication

Self-motivation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

AWS

EC2 Auto Scaling

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work in an environment where you can help design the architecture and develop solutions to meet organizational needs.
• Looking for an innovative, and motivated individual to join a small, talented, and hardworking Linux team in a hybrid cloud environment.
• This team creates, maintains, and troubleshoots Linux instances on multiple networks, in multiple architectures.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on Linux administration and scripting automation experience with knowledge of AWS Cloud technologies is a plus.
• Candidate must work well in a small team setting, have a desire to automate processes where possible, and a willingness to think outside the box to find solutions.

Required

• Active and current TS.SCI w FSP through MD
• Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Certifications: Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAT Level II (SEC+, CCNA)
• Strong Linux administration experience including configuring, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Experience working with diverse teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Experience creating, debugging, and implementing Bash, Python, Puppet, and/or Ansible automation scripts
• Ability to work in a team and mentor junior staff
• Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies
• Ability to communicate issues with team members and/or service owners

Desired

• Experience with AWS, specifically EC2 Auto Scaling

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

About Lentech, Inc.

Lentech, Inc.,providestechnology-enabled IT Solutions and Mission Technical Solutions to civil, defense and intelligence customers. Through our accumulated years of experience, industryexpertise, and strategic partnerships, Lentech has built mission-critical solutions for our federal and commercial customers.Lentech’sclients achieve full life-cycle support and cost-effective managed services supporting enterprise computing and applications initiatives for Government agencies.Lentech’sMission Technical Solutions Division is focused onprovidingengineering, operations, I&T and technical services to civil and defense customers primarily in the aerospace fields.
Lentech, Inc. is a performance-based company providing team members with challenging and interesting work, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial and retirement programs, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, our employees have an ownership stake in the organization and share in its long-term success. We focus on providing an environment of fun, sharing, collaboration, and connection. Our culture is team-oriented, non-hierarchical, and entrepreneurial, giving people a chance to participate and be a meaningful factor in the company’s growth and success.
Lentech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

The proposed salary range is up to$158,784.00 $165,575.00