Red Hat Enterprise Linux System Administrator at IT Concepts, Inc Woodlawn, MD

IT Concepts, Inc; Woodlawn (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401k with employer match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

A technology solutions firm in Woodlawn, MD is seeking an experienced Red Hat Enterprise Linux System Administrator. You will administer Red Hat Satellite Server and work collaboratively to create automated solutions. The ideal candidate has strong experience in Linux system administration, Ansible automation, and holds RHCSA and Security+ certifications. This role offers a competitive salary and hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in system administration.
• Knowledge of GIT for version control.
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting problems under load.

Responsibilities

• Administer Red Hat Satellite Server.
• Work with the cyber security engineering team.
• Configure Ansible for automation tasks.
• Update system documentation and user guides.
• Assist in troubleshooting Linux system performance issues.

Skills

Red Hat patching with Satellite server

Troubleshooting systems

Effective communication

Knowledge of GIT

Knowledge of VMware

Knowledge of Tomcat

Education

Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)

CompTIA Security+ certification

Job description

Red Hat Enterprise Linux System Administrator job at IT Concepts, Inc. Woodlawn, MD.

Founded in 2003, IT Concepts' core values – customer‑centricity, teamwork, drive to deliver, innovation, and integrity – ensure we work together to be the best, realize objectives, and positively impact our communities. We intentionally created and sustain our ITC culture that embraces change, experimentation, continuous learning, and improvement. We bring our design thinking problem‑solving approach that challenges assumptions, prioritizes curiosity, and invites complexity to deliver innovative, efficient, and practical solutions. As we continue to grow in the support of our government customers, we are looking for driven and innovative individuals to join our team.

IT Concepts, Inc. (ITC) seeks an experienced Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) System Administrator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Woodlawn, MD. The qualified applicant will become part of our Federal Client’s operating unit, which focuses on Healthcare IT solutions for our federal government clients.

Responsibilities:

• Administering Red Hat Satellite Server

• Working collaboratively with the cyber security engineering team to create and deploy Ansible solutions for a distributed data and center infrastructure environment

• Delivering baseline configurations of Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform to include:

• Examining the current server configurations and scaling as necessary.

• Configuring Ansible to integrate with the Satellite server.

• Configuring Ansible to integrate with VMware vCenter.

• Creating/configuring baseline playbooks, projects, and templates in the Ansible Automation Platform.

• Testing all created Ansible Automation Platform playbooks, projects, and templates in all environments to ensure proper working order.

• Deploying environments using Ansible Automation Platform.

• Knowledge of GIT

• Update system and process documentation, user guides, diagrams, and SOPs as needed.

• Assist in troubleshooting and problem resolution on Linux systems – performance, health, and configuration.

• Assure best practices and standards are implemented and adhered to for software systems.

Location: Hybrid in Woodlawn, MD

Salary Range: $85,000-90,000. Factors influencing pay within this range include geography, market demand, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Requirements

• 5 years of relevant experience
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of Red-Hat patching with Satellite server, NFS, user administration, LDAP client, disk administration (LVM/XFS/ext3/ext4), and technologies
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting systems to find root causes or problems while multiple applications are running
• Applied knowledge of VMware and Tomcat
• Applied knowledge of custom software and off-the-shelf software integrating with Red Hat
• Possess effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Clearance:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance

Benefits

The Company

We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long‑term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts who pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC).

Industry Recognition

Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C.

Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid‑Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more.

We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or engage in other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes a commitment to continuous professional development.

We work hard, we play hard. ITC is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in‑person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We appreciate your commitment to building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

EEO & VEVRAA

ITC is an Equal Opportunity employer and a VEVRAA (Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act) Federal Contractor. As such, any personnel decisions (hire, promotion, job status, etc.) on applicants and employees are based on merit, qualifications, competence, and business needs, not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information of the employee or family member of the employee, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by federal, state or local law.

ITC is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, ITC has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self‑identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply

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Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [e-mail].

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