Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administrator

Propertyvalue Maximus, Inc.
Annapolis Junction, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Bash Shell System Configuration Linux Disaster Recovery File Systems Python (Programming Language) Network Configuration and Change Management Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible Software Systems Systems Integration HP WebInspect
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Scripting Sysadmin System Availability SC Clearance Patch Management User Administration Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

Maximus is seeking an accomplished Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administrator to provide expertise in managing and optimizing assets for our federal client’s critical operations. As a Red Hat Enterprise Linux Admin, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the RHEL infrastructure. Your role will involve overseeing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of the RHEL environment., Administer, support, and optimize RHEL-based server infrastructure (RHEL 7.x/8.x/9.x), including installation, configuration, upgrades, and patch management.

  • Perform daily system administration tasks such as user management, permissions, file systems, and network configuration.
  • Monitor, analyze, and tune system performance; identify and resolve bottlenecks to ensure reliability and efficiency.

  • Execute backup, restore, and disaster recovery operations to safeguard data and maintain high availability.

  • Assess, recommend, and implement hardware and software solutions to meet evolving business and technical requirements.

  • Develop, maintain, and update documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.

  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and remediation using tools such as Tenable, HP WebInspect, and other industry-standard platforms.

  • Investigate security incidents, assess risks, and design mitigation strategies; implement proactive and reactive security measures.

  • Manage and apply DISA STIGs and mitigate KEVs (Known Exploitable Vulnerabilities) to ensure compliance and security.

  • Automate routine tasks and system management using Ansible Automation Platform (AAP), scripting languages (Bash, Python, etc.), and other tools to improve operational efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (network, storage, application, and security) to support integrated solutions and resolve complex issues.

  • Provide technical guidance and support for system integration, migrations, and upgrades.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance.

  • Must be able to report onsite to Annapolis Junction, MD.

Candidates with dual citizenship cannot be considered.

  • 7+ years of experience working as a system admin on Linux or Red Hat systems is required; related experience is acceptable.

  • Candidates must reside within a commutable distance for daily onsite work and on-call requirements.

  • This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule.

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Benefits & conditions

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate’s education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant’s salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process-including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,-please contact People Operations at .

Minimum Salary

$ 80,000.00

Maximum Salary

$ 110,000.00

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