Linux Systems Administrator, Senior Associate

$104,000 - $166,000/Yr

Peraton - College Park, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

College Park, MD

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

This position is a key member of the Peraton Labs Network Systems and Cyber Mission Sector team, primarily located in College Park, MD, with the option to work 1-2 days a week in Laurel, MD. The role involves implementing, maintaining, and enhancing complex research infrastructure systems while ensuring their security posture. The candidate will perform system administration tasks for both Linux and Microsoft Windows environments, integrate various solutions, and manage networking and storage technologies.

Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and enhance complex and diverse research infrastructure systems and their appropriate security posture
• Perform Linux and Microsoft Windows system administration tasks
• Administer Windows and Linux server systems
• Integrate GOTS/COTS/open-source solutions
• Utilize virtualization technologies
• Manage networking and TCP/IP protocols
• Handle storage technologies and remote access
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot IT/networking hardware and software in classified and unclassified spaces
• Activate network ports and patch networks as needed
• Prepare and maintain images for Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems
• Configure new systems and apply best practice security configurations
• Perform system and anti-virus tool updates regularly
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot hardware, networking devices, and software
• Implement physical controls and physically set up computers in classified and unclassified spaces
• Execute approved procedures for sanitizing and releasing system components and media
• Maintain a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, and operational security measures
• Complete required trainings timely

Requirements

• Two (2) years' experience in a related field
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline, or four (4) years' additional experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux server system administration
• Experience delivering sections of IT and telecommunications systems and solutions
• Active TS SCI security clearance with a current polygraph

Nice-to-haves

• Strong communication skills to work as part of an integrated team
• Solid understanding of modern computer network operations and capability development processes
• Understanding of basic principles of modern computer networking, including hardware, software, tools, protocols, and Internet architecture
• Experience establishing and maintaining good working relationships at all organizational levels
• Experience with operational mission partners in the DoD

Benefits

• Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for employees and dependents
• 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous cap
• Participation in an attractive bonus plan