System Administrator - Red Hat Enterprise Linux (SAL) Level 4

DarkStar Intelligence; Whitehurst (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled System Administrator specializing in Red Hat Enterprise Linux. This role involves optimizing and maintaining critical IT infrastructure in a secure computing environment. You will be responsible for configuring Linux systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring system stability and security. Join a company that values employee satisfaction and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, retirement planning, and generous paid time off. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO

11 Paid Federal Holidays

Floating Holiday

Legal Services

Qualifications

• 9+ years of IT experience with 5 years in Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration.
• Active Tier II certification in Red Hat Linux system administration required.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize RHEL-based systems in a secure environment.
• Conduct daily operations and manage system performance and reliability.

Skills

Linux System Administration

Troubleshooting

Performance Optimization

Account Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Job description

Position Summary

DarkStar Intelligence seeks a highly skilled System Administrator - Red Hat Enterprise Linux (SAL) Level 4 to support mission-critical IT infrastructure. The selected candidate will be responsible for administering, maintaining, and optimizing Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)-based systems in a secure, high-performance computing environment. This role involves installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and ensuring the stability and security of Linux-based IT systems.

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Schedule (FT/PT): Full-Time
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Remote Type: None/On-Site
Security Clearance: Current TS/SCI
Polygraph: Required

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Configure Linux-based operating systems and their services in order to maximize system performance and reliability.
• Provide support for the implementation and operation of Red Hat Enterprise Linux based Information Technology (IT) systems or Red Hat Derivative systems.
• Install and configure Linux-based operating systems and their services according to system requirements.
• Conduct day-to-day operations, such as account management, system health and status checks, and internal technical and security log review.
• Identify capacity, performance, and reliability issues and escalate them for resolution.
• Identify patches and configuration changes according to provided direction.
• Support the dispatching of hardware technicians and performing hardware maintenance.
• Manage the system as part of an integrated solution, assisting related administrators in troubleshooting and correcting network and storage subsystem issues.
• Communicate status to agency management and internal customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.
• US Citizen.
• A high school diploma (or GED) is required.
• Nine (9) years of demonstrated IT experience in any related field.
• Five (5) years demonstrated Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration experience within the last eight (8) years.
• An active Tier II certification related to Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration, such as the Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).

Salary Range

$130,000- $150,000
This pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of specific compensation or salary. When extending an offer, DarkStar Intelligence considers various factors, including (but not limited to) the job's responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data alignment, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other relevant laws.

About DarkStar Intelligence

DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We are dedicated to advancing mission support and tradecraft development for our clients while emphasizing employee retention and client satisfaction. We deliver high-quality, intelligence-based solutions grounded in our “Core Four” values: humility, passion, agility, and ownership.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe that Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is not just a policy but a core value that defines our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued based on their skills, abilities, and qualifications and where employment decisions are made solely on merit.

Employee Benefits

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe investing in our employees means providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their personal and professional well-being. We offer a variety of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our team.

Core Benefits:

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to ensure you and your family access essential care.
• Income Protection: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability to give you peace of mind.
• Retirement Planning: A 401(k) plan to help you build a secure financial future.
• Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Legal Services for added support whenever needed.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, 11 paid Federal Holidays, plus a Floating Holiday to celebrate what matters most to you.

Voluntary Benefits:

• Identity & Legal Protection: LegalShield and IDShield protect your identity and provide access to legal resources.
• Additional Coverage: Whole Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Critical Care Insurance for extra protection and peace of mind.