Senior System Administrator L3

EMTAK. LLC
Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
19 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Bash Shell Cloud Computing Configuration Management Linux Perl (Programming Language) Microsoft Exchange Server Python (Programming Language) Kernel-Based Virtual Machine Linux System Administration Windows Servers Windows Domain
+7 more
Ansible Virtualization Technology Scripting Data Storage Management System Availability Containerization Infrastructure Automation Frameworks

Job description

  • Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux-based enterprise environments
  • Support virtualization, storage, and container platforms
  • Develop and maintain automation solutions for system deployment and configuration management
  • Support secure system operations in compliance with government security requirements
  • Assist with SSP documentation and compliance initiatives
  • Provide operational support for mission systems and secure communications infrastructure
  • Collaborate with engineering and cybersecurity teams to maintain system availability and performance

Requirements

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior System Administrator to support a mission-focused environment supporting critical government operations. This position requires a strong Linux systems administration background, experience with virtualization and automation technologies, and the ability to operate in secure enterprise environments., * Fifteen (15) years of experience as a System Administrator (SA)

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university required
  • Five (5) additional years of SA experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Required Certifications

  • Active Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M requirements, or ability to obtain within six (6) months from start date

Required Technical Skills

  • Linux system administration
  • Containerization technologies
  • Storage management
  • KVM virtualization
  • Automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible and/or SALT
  • FreeIPA administration and support
  • Scripting experience using Bash, Perl, Python, or similar languages
  • SSP compliance and documentation support
  • STE/STN support experience
  • Cloud technologies and AWS experience

Clearance Requirement

  • Active security clearance required, * Experience supporting classified or mission-critical government environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently in fast-paced operational settings
  • Administrative experience supporting Windows Domain Controllers, Windows Server environments, and/or Microsoft Exchange is a plus

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