Linux Systems Administrator I — RHEL & Security Basics

American Systems; Folsom, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator I to support enterprise-wide Linux-based systems (RHEL). You will install, configure, and manage operating systems, hardware, and software to back our IT architecture and business needs.

You will participate in security, compliance, monitoring, and system documentation, using tools like SolarWinds Orion and Splunk, and assist with MFA, IDM, and patch cycles.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required and able to obtain Public Trust
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Must pass federal background check and obtain a Public Trust
• Strong Linux knowledge, CLI and basic networking
• Scripting experience: Bash or Python
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and time management

Responsibilities

• Support enterprise Linux systems, including installation, configuration, and patching (RHEL)
• Configure and manage Red Hat Satellite servers and repositories
• Provide end-user incident support and monitoring alerts
• Assist with compliance audits during patch cycles and CAB coordination
• Utilize SolarWinds Orion and Splunk for real-time monitoring
• Assist in IDM setup, Ansible, MFA on Red Hat Linux
• Address vulnerabilities found in regular compliance scans
• Ensure CIP compliance for air-gapped servers
• Maintain legacy support for older RHEL apps
• Assist in certificate management and FISMA updates

Skills

Linux

Bash

Python

Networking basics

Incident management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT or related field

Tools

Red Hat Satellite

SolarWinds Orion

Splunk

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator I to support enterprise-wide Linux-based systems (RHEL). You will install, configure, and manage operating systems, hardware, and software to back our IT architecture and business needs.

You will participate in security, compliance, monitoring, and system documentation, using tools like SolarWinds Orion and Splunk, and assist with MFA, IDM, and patch cycles.