{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"02ddfa97991da51d4e63b8e1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/02ddfa97991da51d4e63b8e1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/02ddfa97991da51d4e63b8e1","title":"Linux Systems Administrator","description":"**Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED** Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance. -\n\nTelework: None\n\nBasic Requirements:\nSecurity+ Cert\n15 years of experience as a System Administrator\nBachelor’s degree in a technical discipline\n5 additional years of experience as a System Administrator may be substituted for a degree\n\nJob Description:\nProvides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems.\nProvides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.\nProvides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.\nProvides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers.\nProvides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process.\nConfigures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.\n\nRequired Experience:\nHands-on experience operating and administration of various Linux OS (i.e. RHEL9, Talos)\nExperience with building host image templates with automation tools (i.e. Terraform, Packer, SALT, Ansible, RHEL Satellite, Jumphost)\nExperience with Trellix Endpoint Security and Firewall, Nessus Security Center, UAM, rsyslog and auditd\nWorking knowledge of DISA STIGs, CVEs, and IAVAs for STE/STN compliance\nWorking knowledge of PKI infrastructure and authentication/authorization processes\nWorking knowledge of certificate, DNS, and IP management\nUnderstanding of VMware vSphere vCenter, vSphere API and related services\nUnderstanding of Amazon AWS EC2, EC2 API and related services\nBasic understanding of containerization concepts and operations, i.e. Docker and Kubernetes\nBasic understanding of GitOps development and CI/CD (Gitlab)\nExperience scripting with Python, PowerShell, or Bash\n\nSalary: $165,000 - $175,000 annually\n-\nExcellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.\n\nDisclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.\n\nShield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. 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