Linux Systems Administrator

ASGN - Akron, OH

Full-time

Akron, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Apex Systems is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator for a long-term project based in Akron, OH, with 90% remote work flexibility. This role is crucial for designing, maintaining, and supporting large systems and applications, particularly in the realm of security technologies such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR), and threat intelligence platforms. The Linux Systems Administrator will be responsible for managing and administering the large systems and applications utilized by the security team, ensuring that these systems operate efficiently and securely. In this position, you will engage in cross-functional projects aimed at enhancing the company's security posture. This includes researching, evaluating, designing, engineering, and conducting proof-of-concept for both commercial and open-source security technology solutions. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying, tracking, and mitigating project risks and issues, ensuring that all security measures are robust and effective. The Linux Systems Administrator will also be tasked with responding to Level 3 incidents, managing various applications related to security, and overseeing cross-functional technology projects and initiatives. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in Linux operating systems and system administration, particularly in large-scale environments, and who possesses a keen interest in cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer the large systems and applications used by our security team
• Research, evaluate, design, engineer, and proof-of-concept both commercial and Open-Source security technology solutions
• Proactively identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues
• Administer a variety of different applications such as SIEM solutions, SOAR tools, threat intelligence solutions, cloud security, and network security devices
• Respond to Level 3 incidents
• Manage cross-functional technology projects and initiatives

Requirements

• At least 3+ years of Linux Operating Systems experience
• Proven System Administration experience on large systems and applications
• Deep experience doing patching and configuration work
• IT Cyber Security Exposure
• Project Management and communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with SIEM's such as Splunk or CyberArk
• Cyber Security Certificates such as Security+
• Threat Intel or Security Operations experience
• Exposure to frameworks, standards, and/or best practices such as NIST CSF, PCI-DSS, CIS CSCs, MITRE ATT&CK
• TCP/IP experience

Benefits

• Quality career resources
• Training and certifications
• Development opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package