Sr. Linux Systems Administrator

Aquila Technology; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO – 15 days (vacation/sick)

10 paid holidays – 6 standard + 4浮动日

Tuition reimbursement 5K/yr

401K with Fidelity

Cell Phone & Internet reimbursement

BYOD program

Onsite 4-5 days/week

Job summary

Aquila Technology is seeking a Sr. Linux Systems Administrator to support a Red Hat Linux environment in a defense research setting. Responsibilities include system admin on Red Hat 7/8, IdM, and Ansible, with windows desktop/server work as needed.

The role emphasizes performance optimization, cyber security, patching, scripting, storage, and disaster recovery, supporting mission-critical data. Applicants must be US citizens with an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3 years scripting and task automation (server install, patching, config).
• 3 years Linux kernel networking experience.
• 3 years Red Hat Identity Management (IdM) or Free IPA server.
• 3 years experience with GitLab and CI/CD pipelines.
• 5 years Hardware familiarity (Dell/Intel/AMD, EMC, NetApp).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer Red Hat 7/8 servers and IdM/Ansible environments.
• Perform patching, OS hardening, and security updates.
• Implement data backup, disaster recovery, and centralized logging.

Skills

Red Hat Linux

Scripting (bash/python)

System architecture

Security clearance readiness

Microsoft Windows familiarity

Network administration

Disaster recovery planning

Performance tuning

IdM/FreeIPA

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Raritan KVM

Red Hat IdM/Free IPA

GitLab

Ansible

VMware/VMware ESXi

Job description

Clearance Level: Candidates must have an active Secret clearance to be considered. Must be US Citizen Location: Must live within 100 miles of Lexington, MA At Aquila Technology, you will see our team’s passion every day, whether we are building a robust, policy-compliant IT system or stress-testing a system to identify gaps and security vulnerabilities. To own the advantage, we ensure our team owns results and gets the work done right the first time by deploying smart, purposeful solutions that work. Aquila is the right people with the right skills driving the right outcomes. We call this the Aquila Advantage.

About the Role:

Aquila Technology is seeking a Sr. Linux Systems Administrator to support one of the nation’s premier defense research organizations. The team is in need of a talented Senior Linux Systems Administrator to support a mid-sized RedHat Linux environment with enterprise level requirements. Qualified candidates should be experienced in current Linux environments and have a strong understanding of system/network architecture and design. This role is responsible for performing systems administration on Red Hat 7/8 servers, Red Hat Identity Management (IdM), Red Hat Ansible Automation, and occasional Windows desktop and server. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate experience in server performance optimization, cyber security, OS and application patching, McAfee suite, scripting, storage, and disaster recovery.

Responsibilities include:

• Support projects involving developing and maintaining networks used to process and evaluate data collected from field tests and flight experiments.
• Perform systems administration on Red Hat 7/8 servers, Red Hat Identity Management (IdM), Red Hat Ansible Automation, and occasional Windows desktop and server.
• Performance optimization, cyber security, OS and application patching, McAfee suite, scripting, storage, and disaster recovery.

Must Have

• Degree Level: Bachelor’s Degree
• Discipline/Major: Major in Computer Science
• 3 years – Scripting and Task Automation (e.g. server installation, patch management, configuration)
• 1 years – Raritan KVM
• 3 years – Linux Kernel Networking
• 1 years – PKI, Multi-Factor Authentication, and PIV Technologies
• 3 years – Full Software Lifecycle Automation and Testing Tools
• 3 years – GitLab
• 3 years – Configure and Manage Centralized Logging and Audit Capabilities
• 5 years – Hardware: Intel/AMD, Cisco, Sun/Oracle, Dell, Apple, EMC, NetApp
• 5 years – Linux OS and scripting
• 3 years – MS Active Directory, LDAP
• 3 years – Red Hat 6/7/8 Linux Development Environment
• 3 years – Red Hat Identity Management (IdM) or Free IPA Server
• 3 years – Strong Backup Experience and Proven Ability to Protect Mission Critical Data
• 5 years – Systems Administration
• 3 years – UNIX platform, OSX, Cisco IOS
• 1 years – Virtualization Technologies (VMware, including ESXi and VCenter configuration)
• 1 years – Virtualization Technologies to include VM management, Snapshots, SANs and iSCSI Storage Systems

Required Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Red Hat 7/8 Linux
• Strong experience in scripting languages such as bash, python, or similar
• Experience in setting up and deploying network services (e.g. GitLab/GitHub, Apache Web Server, NFS server)
• Centralized account management (experience with Red Hat Identity Management or Free IPA server is a plus)
• Possess or have the ability to obtain security relevant certifications within 6 months (e.g. Security+, Linux+ or equivalent)
• Qualified candidates should be experienced in current Linux environments and have a strong understanding of system and network architecture and design.

Preferred Skills:

• Applied understanding of system hardening (experience with DoD system hardening guidelines is preferred, but not required)

Benefits and Perks:

Aquila team members experience the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, customer-focused, and technically innovative work environment. Aquila strives to deliver the best of the best in technical services to our customers. Candidates that possess a love for technical challenges, a desire to constantly learn, and the desire to establish themselves as critical players within a team will enjoy calling Aquila Technology home.

Our Perks Include:

• PTO – 15 days (vacation/sick)
• 10 paid holidays – 6 standard (New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas) – 4 floating holidays prorated based on your day of hire:
• 1.5 paid days, or 12 hours, for approved volunteer work
• 1 week of paid maternity/paternity LOA after 1 year of Full-time employment

Tuition & Training Reimbursement- 5K annually for pre-approved, Eligible full-time team members who have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment may apply for tuition reimbursement for approved, job-related courses taken through an accredited college or university. Team members must achieve a grade of “B” or better to qualify for reimbursement. Aquila will reimburse up to $5,000 per fiscal year for tuition expenses only. Expenses related to training programs, certifications, books, materials, meals, transportation, or other non-tuition costs are not eligible under the Tuition Reimbursement Program. All tuition reimbursement requests must be submitted to and approved by the team member’s Manager prior to course registration. Reimbursement will be issued upon successful course completion and submission of final grades and proof of payment.

401K with Fidelity – Eligible to participate following 90 days of employment. Company match on employee contribution:

• $1/$1 up to 3%, then .50 cents / $1 for 4th and 5th %s
• Fully vested from day one
• Company match does not apply to catch-up contribution

Cell Phone & Internet Reimbursed

up to $150 monthly to cover cell phone, data, and home internet expenses. Aquila Technology will reimburse team members who work from home ONLY for cell phone/mobile device fees for work-related communications and/or operations each month. Employees eligible for this benefit must work remote 2 days a week or more to qualify.

Buy Your Own Device (BYOD)

Team members are eligible for reimbursement of up to $1,500 every three (3) years for the purchase of electronic equipment used to access corporate services. To qualify for this benefit, employees must have completed a minimum of six (6) months of employment and must agree to and sign the Device Minimum Configuration Form prior to reimbursement. Electronic devices eligible under the Buy Your Own Device (BYOD) program are limited to cell phones, laptops, and tablets.

Work location: Onsite – Candidate should expect to be onsite 4-5 days a week.

Clearance Level: Candidates must have an active Secret clearance to be considered – Must be US Citizen

Travel: Mainly domestic but possible international travel.

Interview Process: Initial interview will be zoom screen with HM. If candidate advances to next round, will be a larger interview with technical team.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer