Senior Linux Administrator

Systems Planning & Analysis; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrepid seeks a Senior Linux Administrator to support the IFMC Program Office, AMD Mission Command Product Office. You will ensure reliable operation of computer systems, work with end users to meet needs, and maintain performance and security in a national-security environment.

Responsibilities include log analysis, patching, and configuration management in Linux environments, along with ATO support and documentation. A SECRET clearance is required and ongoing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, electronics engineering, or computer engineering
• 8+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator
• 5+ years of experience configuring, administering, and maintaining Linux systems
• Current Security+ and either Linux+ or RedHat certifications
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8, 9 and/or 10 experience
• Experience in physical and/or virtual machine environments
• Basic network knowledge
• Active SECRET security clearance (must maintain)

Responsibilities

• Analyze system logs and identify potential issues
• Apply OS updates, patches, and configuration changes
• Install and configure hardware and software
• Manage user accounts and passwords
• Maintain system security and document configurations
• Troubleshoot anomalies and train personnel
• Support Approval to Operate (ATO) requirements

Skills

Team player

Problem solving

Customer focus

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

OpenShift

Ansible Automation

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

RMF/DoD security standards

Cisco networking

Job description

Overview

Intrepid, an SPA Company, brings more than 20 years of experience supporting the Department of Defense and U.S. Government, consistently setting the standard for excellence in the federal marketplace. Committed to advancing the mission of the U.S. Warfighter, Intrepid leverages technological superiority to deliver innovative solutions across air, space, land, and sea domains. We are proud to foster a collaborative, dynamic work environment, offering competitive compensation and an industry-leading 401k contribution. Our team is built through merit and achievement, and we’re always looking for the best and brightest to join us in our growth. We treat our people like family, we are mission-focused, and we give back! Join us today. We are looking for a Senior Linux Administrator to join our team to support the IFMC Program Office, AMD Mission Command Product Office.

SPA is seeking a Senior Linux Administrator. The Senior Linux Administrator will provide support to the Tactical Innovation and Experimentation Lab (TIEL) for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems. The selected candidate will work directly with end customers to meet their needs while ensuring the performance and security of the computer system.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems, applying operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes, installing and configuring new hardware and software, and adding, removing, or updating user account information, including resetting passwords. Additional duties involve managing system security, documenting system configurations, troubleshooting anomalies, training personnel on the use of the system, and supporting Approval to Operate (ATO) requirements.

Qualifications

At a minimum you should have:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, electronics engineering, or computer engineering
• 8+ years of experience as a Systems Administrator
• 5+ years of experience configuring, administering, and maintaining Linux computer systems
• Current Security+ and either Linux+ or RedHat certifications
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8, 9 and/or 10 experience
• Experience in configuration and management of physical and/or virtual machine environments
• Basic network knowledge
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing customer environment in a closed lab
• Must be a team player and work in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly
• Strong work ethic
• A focus on the needs of the customer and the team
• An active SECRET security clearance and the ability to maintain it throughout employment

You Will Be Highly Desirable If You Have

• Windows workstation and server experience
• Active Directory experience
• Experience with OpenShift
• Experience with Ansible Automation
• Experience with DoD security compliance (NIST 800-171, CMMC, DISA STIGs)
• Experience in scripting languages
• Experience in Layer 2/Layer 3 switching/routing, management of Cisco devices, and working knowledge of firewall technologies
• Experience supporting RMF security plans, procedures, and compliance
• Experience with any of the following: HPE/Synergy,Synology,NetApp,VEEAM, Gitlab