Linux Systems Administrator | Secret clearance

$60,549 - $80,500/Yr

GD Information Technology, Inc. - Pensacola, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Pensacola, FL

10,001+ employees

About the position

As a Linux Systems Administrator at GDIT, you will play a crucial role in overseeing system administration and support for the Military Sealift Command (MSC) fleet in Pensacola, FL. This position involves transforming technology into opportunities, ensuring operational efficiency, and enhancing the systems that matter most. You will be responsible for maintaining and patching Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems, troubleshooting software issues, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform System Synchronization of the local development VMs
• Assist with the delivery, patching, and maintenance of test and operational RHEL systems
• Learn and implement new tools as they become relevant in the industry
• Create and execute integration and system tests and document test procedures
• Troubleshoot software system issues
• Work as an effective team member across multiple disciplines (systems, networking, configuration management, & test engineering)
• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced, & sometimes pressured environment

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience
• Proficiency working in a Red Hat Linux Server environment
• Knowledge of industry practices, techniques, and standards for Linux system administration and accreditation
• Experience applying DoD STIG checklists to Linux systems and ensuring compliance with DoD security mandates
• Experience writing scripts (examples: shell scripting, PERL, Python, etc.)
• Solid understanding of networking technology, TCP/IP, and common internet application protocols
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Security Clearance Level: Secret clearance
• Required Certifications: IAT Level II Certification and obtain a Linux Operating System certification (Linux+, etc.) within 6 months from hire date
• Education: BA/BS Degree or experience in lieu of degree

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with log analysis tools, such as Graylog
• Experience with IT infrastructure management tools, such as RedHat Satellite
• Experience with system automation tools, such as Ansible
• Experience with Apache HTTP Server
• Experience with Storage Area Networks (SAN)
• Experience with databases (examples: Oracle, Sybase, MySQL, etc.)
• Experience administering software configuration management tools (examples: GIT, CVS, SVN, etc.)
• Experience with VMWare ESXi

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance