Linux Systems Admin; IE

Full time | Jovian Concepts, LLC | United States

AA-SA-26-001

Listing TTO/DO

AA-SA-26-001

Technology

Number of Positions

2

Clearance Required

Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph

City

Annapolis Junction

State/Province

Maryland

20701

Jovian Concepts, LLC is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator in an Infrastructure Engineer Level 1 role for an exciting opportunity in the Annapolis Junction, MD area
. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we're looking for talented professionals to join our team and contribute their expertise to specialized, innovative solutions supporting our nation's most critical missions.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: A current and active TS/SCI clearance with a Maryland (MD) polygraph is required for consideration. CCA candidates will not be considered for this position at this time.

The Linux System Administrator will be responsible for providing support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides 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. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.

Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers. Provides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configures and manages LINUX and Windows operating system sand installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and enhance complex research infrastructure and its security posture across classified/unclassified spaces
• Perform Linux and Windows system administration for workstations and servers
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and integrate GOTS/COTS/open-source solutions
• Support and administer virtualization platforms, compute/storage, and remote access solutions
• Configure and troubleshoot networking and TCP/IP (switching/routing basics, port activation, patching/cabling)
• Build, maintain, and update gold images for Linux and Windows systems; apply baseline configurations and hardening best practices
• Execute routine patching and system/tool updates, and assist with audit/readiness tasks
• Support security administration activities such as endpoint protection, malware detection, intrusion detection, and logging/auditing solutions
• Physically set up, cable, label, and power systems; implement required physical controls in secure spaces
• Execute approved procedures for sanitizing and releasing system components/media
  
  Maintain working knowledge of security policies, technical safeguards, and operational security measures

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: A current and active TS/SCI clearance with a Maryland (MD) polygraph is required for consideration. CCA candidates will not be considered for this position at this time.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience and a Bachelors, 1+ years and a Masters, or a PhD in Computer Science or related discipline. 4 additional years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree, for a total of 7 years of experience
• Demonstrated experience conducting Linux system administration in operational environments.
• Demonstrated work delivery experience supporting IT and telecommunications
• Experience installing/configuring IT/network hardware and software
• Strong communication/ and collaboration skills supporting integrated teams…