Linux Systems Administrator

Peraton; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator based in the United States, Maryland. The role demands expertise in Linux System Administration to configure and manage a centralized Cloud System Management system with a focus on security compliance. Candidates must have active Top Secret Clearance and be self-starters capable of operating with minimal supervision. Responsibilities include configuring systems, managing compliance assessments, and ensuring system integrity across the board.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience with BS/BA, 6 years with MS/MA, or 3 years with PhD.
• Demonstrable experience in Linux System Administration.
• Ability to communicate effectively across teams and disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Configure ACAS and perform compliance assessments against STIG.
• Manage tools like Ansible and remediate systems.
• Set up and configure a Linux Identity Management System.

Skills

Linux System Administration

Verbal and written communication

System compliance assessment

Configuration management

Cloud System Management

Education

BS/BA with 8 years of experience

MS/MA with 6 years of experience

PhD with 3 years of experience

Tools

ACAS

Ansible

YUM

WSUS Server

Job description

What you'll need:

• Education: 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
• Must have demonstrable previous experience in Linux System Administration in areas such as those above
• Must be proficient in verbal and written communication with teammates and supervisors, including the ability to communicate across disciplines
• Must not only possess technical depth, but also have demonstrated practical application implementing and maintaining similar systems in production environments while applying industry standards and best practices
• Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance. SCI eligibility may be required in the future. The position may elevate to TS Poly in the future, so candidates should be able to pass a Polygraph evaluation

This is an on-site position in Gaithersburg, MD.

Peraton is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to implement and manage a centralized Cloud System Management system.

This role requires a self-starter who can operate as the program's Linux expert within a small team with minimal supervision. Normal activities for this role include:

• Configure ACAS; evaluating and understanding STIG; perform ACAS scans and perform compliance assessment against STIG; configure and manage ePolicy Orchestrator for Data Loss Prevention and Antivirus.
• Configure tools such as YUM, Ansible, and WSUS Server; remediate and patch systems.
• Set up Kick Start scripts and Boot Server; configure and manage a Linux Identity Management System.
• Set up and configure TFTO and HTTPS; configure an audit reduction/SIEM tool.
• Configure and manage firewalls; configure and manage file sharing with Windows systems; and configure and manage a complete system inventory.