Linux System Administrator
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Job description
- Maintain, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux-based systems supporting mission-critical operations within a classified government environment.
- Configure and support Cisco and Palo Alto networking equipment, including troubleshooting network connectivity and performance issues.
- Manage virtualized environments and support IPsec, VPN tunneling, and other secure network communications.
- Develop, implement, and maintain automation solutions using Ansible, including writing and deploying playbooks.
- Create and maintain Bash and Python scripts to automate system administration, configuration, monitoring, and maintenance activities.
- Support Secure the Enterprise and Secure the Network activities, including Nessus scanning and other high-side security tools.
- Perform IAVA patching, vulnerability remediation, system hardening, and security compliance activities.
- Install, cable, document, and maintain physical infrastructure, including rack-and-stack activities for servers and networking equipment.
- Create and maintain accurate system, network, configuration, and operational documentation.
- Support containerized environments using technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Diagnose and resolve complex Linux, networking, virtualization, hardware, and software issues to maintain reliable mission operations.
Requirements
- Active TS/SCI with polygraph security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
- Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Level 1 Qualifications
- Five (5) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
- CWIP IAT Level I
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MSCA) or Redhat Certified System Administrator(RHCSA) certified.
- One of the following certifications: A+, Network+, or System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
Level 2 Qualifications
- Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
- CWIP IAT Level II
- 3+ years of experience performing duties at or equivalent to an IAT level position under the CWIP (DoD 8570/8140 framework).
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MSCA) or Redhat Certified Engineer(RHCE) certified.
- One of the following certifications: A+, Network+, or System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
Level 3 Qualifications
- Fifteen (15) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
- CWIP IAT Level III
- 7+ years of experience performing duties at or equivalent to an IAT level position under the CWIP (DoD 8570/8140 framework).
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MSCA) or Redhat Certified Architect(RHCA) certified.
- One of the following certifications: A+, Network+, or System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
Benefits & conditions
The estimated salary range for this position is $150,000 - $190,000.
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Why CTC Group?
We recognize that successful partnerships are based on open and direct communication, mutual respect, and the ability to adapt to evolving capabilities. Our cleared employees bring decades of experience supporting customers in the Intelligence and Defense communities. We specialize in providing engineering, technical, operational support, and training services to Federal government, and Mission Operations.
CTC Group provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, Health/Dental/Vision, 401k, PTO and holiday pay, disability and life insurance.
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