Senior Linux Systems Engineer | TS/SCI

Peraton; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Annapolis, MD seeks a seasoned Systems Administrator to support a National Security program. Responsibilities include deploying and patching Linux systems, installing software, and maintaining documentation while monitoring operations and addressing issues.

Candidates should have TS/SCI with polygraph, DoD 8570, and 15 years of experience; a technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Strong scripting (Shell, Ansible or SALT) and AWS/VPC experience are highly desired.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with current Polygraph.
• DOD 8570 compliance (Security+ or equivalent).
• 15 years of experience as a Systems Administrator.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline required.
• 5 additional years of experience may substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Linux systems deployment and management.
• Systems patching and upgrades.
• Software installation and configuration.
• IAVA patching and documentation creation and maintenance.
• Monitoring and initial troubleshooting of Linux-based systems.
• Creating POA&M's as necessary.

Skills

Linux administration

AWS/VPC management

Shell scripting

Ansible or SALT

Documentation

Customer support

Networking fundamentals

IAVA patching

System patching

Performance tuning

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Ansible

SALT

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Job description

Peraton in Annapolis, MD seeks a seasoned Systems Administrator to support a National Security program. Responsibilities include deploying and patching Linux systems, installing software, and maintaining documentation while monitoring operations and addressing issues.

Candidates should have TS/SCI with polygraph, DoD 8570, and 15 years of experience; a technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Strong scripting (Shell, Ansible or SALT) and AWS/VPC experience are highly desired.