IT Linux Systems Administrator

$95,000 - $120,000/Yr

Areté Associates - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Arete Associates is seeking an IT Linux Systems Administrator to join their Program IT team. This role involves supporting the design, installation, and configuration of Cyber-compliant systems and networks for various DoD contracts. The position is primarily based in Northridge, CA, with occasional onsite work at NAS Point Mugu. The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems and ensuring compliance with Cyber Security standards while collaborating with IT and Cyber Security staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical contributor to the maintenance, configuration, and installation of various Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems.
• Develop, maintain, and apply technical expertise in Cyber Security subjects such as FIPS encryption and operating system hardening.
• Contribute to the required technical documentation packages.
• Perform routine technical maintenance procedures and activities.
• Adhere to required quality control processes.
• Support system integration activities and field tests as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Eligible to obtain and hold a Top Secret clearance.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Security+ CE or equivalent certification for DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II or higher within 90 days of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years working as a System Administrator, Engineer, Network Administrator, or similar role.
• Bachelor's Degree in an Information Technology related discipline OR current, applicable industry-standard certifications (i.e. MCSA, CCNA, RHCSA) OR an additional 3 years of experience.
• Proficient understanding of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 and/or 9.
• Working knowledge of Bash scripting and/or Ansible.
• Expert-level system troubleshooting skills and experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to work autonomously and with a remote team.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to document/diagram information systems and procedures.
• Able to obtain a FAA Level 3 Medical Certification from an FAA-designated Aviation Medical Examiner.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

Nice-to-haves

• Some experience with Cluster Management software, RDMA configuration, Anaconda environment installation, NVIDIA Driver/CUDA installation in Linux, and RHEL 8 security-related functions.
• Administrative level knowledge of Cisco Nexus NX-OS and/or Cisco IOS.
• Some experience in server hardware troubleshooting and installation.
• Relevant experience building and configuring IT systems in a classified environment accredited under the Risk Management Framework.

Benefits

• Generous PTO and Leave Times
• Bereavement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K Retirement Plan Contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Continuing Education Funds
• Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Vision Reimbursement