Linux System Administrator

$94,000 - $200,000/Yr

Maxar Technologies - Gaithersburg, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Gaithersburg, MD

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

Maxar Technologies is seeking a solutions-oriented Linux System Administrator to support a user base focused on national security. The role involves working in an agile environment, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to develop and implement solutions that meet customer needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and the ability to communicate effectively with users and technologists, contributing to the advancement of DevSecOps practices within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems operations and collaborate with software systems engineering or applications programming personnel to develop and implement solutions.
• Improve system operations and functionality, including monitoring and optimization of the platform.
• Track and remediate IAVM vulnerabilities, applying system patches and rollbacks as necessary.
• Implement STIG guidance and support ATO sustainment efforts.
• Work with software and system engineers to apply automated testing and documentation processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network, automation pipelines, and infrastructure issues.
• Integrate static code analysis and other security mechanisms into the pipeline.
• Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, articulating technical concepts and ideas.

Requirements

• 8+ years of technical experience in maintaining automated system platforms for the intelligence community, geospatial context, and/or big data analytics.
• CICD development experience with Jenkins, GitLab, Ansible, Kubernetes, Openshift, and/or Docker.
• Demonstrated senior level experience with LINUX and database system administration and Python scripting.
• Ability to work effectively with a geographically distributed ops & development team.
• Effective communication skills with customers and team members in written and oral forums.
• Degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in a technical field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship.

Nice-to-haves

• An adaptable and solution-centric mindset.
• Experience with supporting software in a production environment.
• Familiarity with common industry software tools, concepts, and DevSecOps.
• Familiarity with concepts such as Data visualization, Data management, Data integration, User Interface, Databases.
• Strong Linux skills and familiarity with hybrid cloud/on-prem architecture, AWS, C2S, OpenStack, etc.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced dynamic environment, with factory reach-back support.
• CompTIA Security+ or comparable certification for privileged user access.
• Experience as a military/intelligence analyst, supporting the military/IC, or knowledge of some IC PED systems.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k)