Linux System Administrator

System Administrator — Linux | Lexington, MA | Onsite | $140K–$170KAre you a seasoned Linux Systems Administrator looking for your next challenge? Aquila Technology is hiring for a Linux Systems Administrator role supporting one of the country's premier defense research organizations in Lexington, MA.What You Will Be Doing: You will be responsible for the management, administration, and support of the organization's IT systems infrastructure. This includes supporting the development of new technologies that enable worldwide networked operations for the military and other government agencies. The team works across satellite, airborne, and terrestrial networks using expertise in RF, fiber and free-space optics, cybersecurity, network protocols, and communications processing.Must Haves:Bachelor's DegreeCurrently holds a Secret Clearance or higher6+ years Red Hat Linux Systems Administration3+ years Hardware experience — Dell, SuperMicro, Cisco, Apple, Intel/AMD3+ years Networking Applications & Protocols — TCP/IP, DNS, NTP, DHCP, SSH, FTP, HTTP/S3+ years PowerShell and Ansible (or similar programming languages)3+ years Centralized Logging & Audit Configuration3+ years Enterprise Backup Solutions3+ years Virtualization Technologies — VMware ESXi & vCenterNice to Haves:TS/SCI ClearancePython Programming & ScriptingReal Time Linux Kernels, Tuning & Performance AnalysisSolaris ExperienceCompensation & Perks:$140,000 – $170,000Full BCBS Medical, Dental & Vision401K vested day one — company match up to 5%$150/mo cell & internet reimbursement$1,500 BYOD allowance every 3 years$5,000 annual tuition reimbursement10 paid holidaysRequirements:Must be a US CitizenMust be within 100 miles of Lexington, MA100% OnsiteActive Secret Clearance required