SAJunior Linux System Administrator

Position Overview

Apply for SA054 Junior Linux System Administrator at ADNET Systems, Inc in Greenbelt, MD, US. This full‑time onsite position offers great opportunities for career growth.

The Terrestrial Information Systems Lab at Goddard Space Flight Center is looking for a technician to join a team that manages approximately 1,000 servers running a mix of Ubuntu and CentOS. These systems form a compute and storage data center that manages nearly 100PB of Earth Science data used for many critical applications including global fire detection, water‑quality classifications, etc. A successful candidate will join a dedicated team responsible for ensuring that the systems remain functional to provide these applications to the public.

• Maintain and troubleshoot approximately 1,000 Ubuntu and CentOS servers.
• Ensure continuous operation of the compute and storage data center.
• Perform hardware replacement, RMA, and other maintenance tasks.
• Identify hardware problems, apply critical thinking to gather information, and implement corrective plans with minimal supervision.

• Basic hands‑on experience with IT equipment, including replacing computer components.
• Ability to use basic technician maintenance tools (hand and power).
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Understanding of how to perform RMA on defective hardware.
• Willingness to learn outlined procedures and expand on them when necessary.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently resolve issues.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Tier1 Investigation through NASA.

• CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications.

• Annual Leave/Sick Leave
• Military and Family Emergency Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Performance Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching and Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Swag bags