Linux System Adminstrator - A83646B70D

$79,726 - $125,112/Yr

Qualis Corporation - Eglin Air Force Base, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Onsite - Eglin Air Force Base, FL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Linux System Administrator at Qualis is responsible for maintaining, configuring, and operating Linux computer systems in a high-performance computing (HPC) environment critical to national defense. This role involves ensuring system security, providing technical documentation, and supporting cybersecurity efforts while working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, configure, and operate Linux computer systems in a multi-system server HPC environment.
• Install and build system images and upgrade systems as required within short timelines.
• Comprehend and interpret requirements to build supporting IT checklists.
• Install and maintain security patches on Production, Integration, and Development systems.
• Maintain system security in coordination with organizational security requirements and policies.
• Ensure reliability of local services such as account management, storage arrays, disaster recovery, and backups.
• Provide documentation and technical specifications for planning and implementing IT infrastructure upgrades.
• Provide cybersecurity support for application development, network implementation, and asset management.
• Monitor and document system changes in accordance with the Configuration Management Policy.
• Assist in producing, maintaining, and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and System Security Plans (SSP).
• Develop, implement, and update Information Management Plans.
• Ensure compliance with DoD Security and Technical Implementation Guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or relevant field with 3-10 years of experience.
• Experience with Linux operating system and scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, or Perl).
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) preferred.
• Experience using VMware virtualization with NetApp storage appliances.
• Knowledge of standard networking principles and practices.
• Experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Compliance with DoD 8140 with Security + certification.
• Ability to understand customer technical objectives and apply effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively alone or within a group.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Red Hat Identity Management experience.

Benefits

• Positive work environment
• Teamwork and professional growth
• Innovation and community involvement
• Flexible scheduling
• Family-friendly work environment