Linux System Administrator – Mid Level; TS​/SCI

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can:
Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world. To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR:
Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). Please review the job details below. Vantor is currently seeking a Linux System Administrator to join our team. This role will be performed in our Vantor facility located in Herndon, VA. As a Vantor team member, you will have the opportunity to closely support our mission partners, and your work will have a direct impact on mission imperatives.

• Monitoring and acting on any hardware and software outages on the platform
• Engaging with tenants and users of the Open Stack Cloud Platform via chat services to assist them with troubleshooting and requests as needed
• Implementing cyber security remediations in close cooperation with the cyber security team
• Upgrading and deploying applications on the platform
• Integrating new hardware into multiple different compute clusters
• Reviewing and updating existing procedures and documentation
• Engaging with the team on future hardware planning for system recapitalization and expansion

• Must be a US citizen.
• Current Top Secret/SCI security clearance and willingness and ability to get a CI poly
• Willing to work full time on-site, in a SCIF in Herndon, VA
• 8+ years demonstrated experience (5 years with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science) in Linux system administration for RHEL-based Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Rocky Linux, Alma Linux).
• Experience with system administration for both physical servers and Virtual Machines
• Certification meeting DoD 8570 / 8140 cybersecurity workforce requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+, ISC2 SSCP, GIAC GSEC).
• Experience with the configuration and use of server remote access tools such as PuTTY, MobaXTerm, Windows RDP, etc.
• Skilled Tier 3 level support technician with mature troubleshooting skills demonstrated in complex computing environments
• Experience working in and administering virtualization platforms supporting Linux virtual machines (e.g., Open Stack, Proxmox, VMware).
• Experience working in and administering commercial cloud environments supporting Linux workloads (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
• Hands on experience with host endpoint security tools such as:
  Tenable Nessus, Trellix, Flexera, Carbon Black, Arc Sight/CRIBL
• Hands on experience with Git Lab for workflow management and source code configuration control
• Ability to be a self-starter
• Ability to adjust quickly to ad-hoc requests
• Ability to support wide range of tasks (upgrade software, patching, monitoring systems, R&D)
• Ability to collaborate and operate effectively in a diverse team covering tasks across the full technology stack
• Ability to balance a mix of team and solo work
• Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills

• Possesses one or more relevant Linux certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE, LPIC-1/2/3, LFCS).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering or a related field
• Master's degree in one of the above disciplines (may be counted as up to two years of experience based on candidate qualifications).
• Experience in Linux system administration specifically with Rocky Linux 8, 9 and 10
• Experience understanding and configuring RHEL-based Linux Operating system security settings to comply with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG) application to Linux operating systems
• Experience with Python scripting, tool and/or application development
• Experience with Linux distributions outside the RHEL family (e.g., Debian, Ubuntu, Kali, Alpine).
• Experience configuring CI/CD pipelines in Git Lab
• Experience with tools such as…