Linux Information Systems Administrator

As a Sr. Linux Information Systems Administrator your responsibilities will include:

Technical Support: Provide expert assistance to users in resolving technical issues with applications, connectivity, and other IT-related concerns.

Cybersecurity Expertise: Conduct environmental vulnerability scans, remediate vulnerabilities, and perform system hardening to ensure the security of our systems.

Root Cause Analysis: Perform in-depth analysis to resolve technical issues in Linux environments, identifying and addressing the root causes of problems.

System Performance Optimization: Analyze and assess server performance, storage capacity, and plan for future needs to ensure optimal system performance.

Scripting and Automation: Leverage your scripting skills to automate routine tasks, such as server and workstation patching, and streamline IT processes.

Asset Management: Oversee the management and control of assets and software, ensuring compliance with company policies.

Secret Security Clearance (ship required at this facility)

Must possess a CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8572 qualified certificate (or obtain within the first 60 days of employment)

Experience performing successful root cause analysis for problem resolution in Unix and Linux environments, with significant experience in:

Installing operating routine server/workstation patches, system security patches and firmware updates

Creating / managing security groups

Coordinating hardware repair activities

Diagnosing and resolving hardware/software problems/issues

Creating scripts to automate system administration tasks

Creating / editing Standard Operating Instructions (SOI) documentation

Vulnerability remediation and security management (system hardening, log management, configuration management [i.e., Nessus, Trellix, Splunk, SCAP, HBSS])

Desired Skills:

Working knowledge of Hyper-V or VMware

Proficiency in working with OpenStack components and services

Proficiency in working with AWS Cloud components and services

Experience with RKE2, Rancher, Longhorn, and Docker containers

Proficiency in various operating systems, such as Linux/Unix, Windows Server

Understanding of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, etc.)

Configuration and management of routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices

Experience with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability management

Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash, PowerShell, or Python to automate repetitive tasks

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