Intermediate Linux Systems Administrator

The Intermediate Linux Systems Administrator specializes in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of systems across Linux environments. This position supports the ARLEN and CARLEN networks, ensuring the integrity, performance, and security of server and workstation platforms. The administrator also plays a key role in user support, policy implementation, system monitoring, and compliance management in a secure IT infrastructure., * Install, configure, and maintain operating system workstations and servers, including web servers.

• Perform system software installations and upgrades, adhering to IT policies and schedules.

• Monitor and tune systems for optimal performance.

• Implement and manage backup and recovery processes for data/media recoverability.

• Conduct hardware/software audits for compliance with standards and policies.

• Maintain accurate configuration databases and supporting documentation.

• Support system patching, media management, and offsite storage solutions.

• Manage Active Directory and policy enforcement across platforms.

• Automate system tasks using scripting languages such as PowerShell.

• Deploy updates and monitor system health in collaboration with IT teams.

• Ensure compliance with security standards and STIG implementations.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues on Windows Server, macOS, and Linux systems.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in systems administration across Linux platforms

• Education: Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree with an additional 2 years of experience

• CompTIA Security+ CE or CompTIA Server+ CE
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), MCSA, MAC OS, or MCP
• Must meet DoD 8750 and 8140 compliance requirements

Technical Environment:

• Windows Server

• MCEM

• MAC OS

• RHEL, RedHat Enterprise Virtualization Hypervisor

• KVM

• Puppet

• Patching

• PowerShell

• WSUS

• Release Management

• STIG Implementation

• Storage, Backup and Restore Operations, Customer Support/Service, Data Processing, Data Recovery, Database Administration, Documentation, HIV/AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Linux Administration, Linux Operating System, MCP - Microsoft Certified Professional, MCSA - Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator, Mac Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Medical Genetics, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Windows Server, Military, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Off-Site Storage, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Policy Implementation, Problem Solving Skills, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Release Management/Engineering, Security Compliance, Software Installation, Software Patches, Software Upgrades, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Web Server