System Administrator RHEL

StaffSource; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

StaffSource is seeking a Red Hat Linux System Administrator to monitor and maintain Cameo systems in an AWS EC2 environment. The role is fully on-site in Warrenton, VA, Washington DC, or Fort Washington, MD, with Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance required.

The candidate will configure and support RHEL servers in AWS EC2, deploy AMIs, and manage virtualization and container platforms like Docker and Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• Advanced hands-on experience with Red Hat Linux (7/8/9) and RHEL patching/hardening.
• Experience with AWS EC2 and S3 provisioning and AMI deployment.
• Experience with Linux-based automation tools (Chef, Ansible).
• Docker, virtualization, Kubernetes, and containerization experience.
• Familiar with STIGs and government compliance.
• Networking and firewall knowledge (Cisco ASA).
• Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of Cameo and Guacamole is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain RHEL servers in an AWS EC2 environment.
• Install Linux/Windows servers in a virtualized environment; troubleshoot hardware/software issues.
• Ensure systems comply with government security standards and policies.
• Troubleshoot network hardware, OS upgrades, and security systems.
• Maintain a customer-focused attitude and provide clear, timely communication.
• Collaborate in a team and participate in meetings with stakeholders.
• No travel requirements for this position.

Skills

Linux administration

AWS EC2

Automation (Chef/Ansible)

Kubernetes

Networking basics

Scripting (Python/Bash)

Security/compliance (STIGs)

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Chef

Ansible

Tanium

Cisco ASA

VMware

Job description

**This position is fully on-site in either Warrenton, VA, Washington DC or Fort Washington, MD - TS/SC I is required**

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Red Had Linux System Administrator who would be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the Cameo systems in an AWS EC2 environment, maintaining the integrity and accessibility of all server resources, hardware, systems, and key processes.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Configuration and operational support of RHEL servers in an AWS EC2 environment
• Install Linux and Windows servers in a virtualized environment, troubleshoot hardware/software installation and basic networking issues
• Setting up and managing Linux and Windows systems, applications and environments and ensuring those systems comply with government security standards
• Troubleshooting network hardware and software applications, OS upgrades, and security systems to resolve operational issues and restore services
• Maintains a “customer focus” attitude to ensure customer satisfaction
• Providing clear, concise, and timely communication with customers, supervisors, and project managers
• Work within a team environment and attend meetings with other team members, customers, etc.
• There are no travel requirements for this position.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced Level hands on Experience with Red Hat and Linux, RHEL (7/8/9), Provisioning, Maintaining/Patching, Hardening - REQUIRED
• Experience using Linux based automation tools (Chef, Ansible)
• Experience with AWS – specifically EC2 and S3 services - REQUIRED
• Deploying Servers on AWS, AMI experience - REQUIRED
• Docker, Virtualization, Kubernetes, Containerization experience - REQUIRED
• Experience with use cases, performance specification development and UML modeling preferred
• Infrastructure Components (e.g. Symantec Endpoint Protection, WSUS, RHEL Satellite, VMWare Update Mgr, SolarWinds)
• RHCSA or RHCSE Certification a plus
• Experience troubleshooting complex systems involving multiple servers, COTS products, NetApp, VMs, VDIs, and/or network issues
• Experience with Network engineering technologies and as a network administrator
• Ability to troubleshoot complex configuration problems or system issues
• Knowledge of scripting skills (i.e. PowerShell, Python, Ruby, bash, etc.)
• General working experience with firewalls (Cisco ASA) and creating ACLs
• Experience with Cameo, Guacamole desired
• Familiar with scanning software ie. Tanium
• Familiar with STIGs and compliance
• Manage virtual machines and virtual infrastructure
• Experience with monitoring and optimizing performance of virtualized environments
• Experience in systems-of-systems definition, development, and integration
• Ability to analyze high level needs

TECHNICIAL SKILL & CERTIFICATIONS:

• RHCSA preferred, not required
• IAT Level II Security Certification (e.g., Security + CE, CISSP, GSEC, SSCP, CCN) preferred, not required
• AWS Certification or Experience preferred, not required

EDUCATION: Bachelors with 3+ years of experience managing virtual/physical servers and LAN/SAN networked environments preferred

LOCATION: Full Time/ On-Site at Fort Washington MD, Washington, DC or in Warrenton, VA required

CLEARANCE REQUIRMENT: Top Secret Clearance with SCI required

SALARY RANGE: $120,000 to $135,000

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
• Operate a computer, keyboard, and other office equipment using hands and fingers.
• Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through electronic means.
• Occasionally move about the office to access files, office equipment, and meeting spaces.
• Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Maintain specific vision abilities, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is performed within a secure, classified workspace. Employees must comply with all applicable security protocols and access control procedures, including restrictions on personal electronic devices and the handling of sensitive information.