Linux Systems Administrator

$114,400 - $114,400/Yr

ASGN - Dahlgren, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Dahlgren, VA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Apex is seeking a Linux Administrator to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. The Linux Administrator is responsible for system administration and customer support of servers and workstations in a professional environment. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong understanding of Linux systems. The successful candidate will work as part of a team responsible for the administration and management of servers, end-user workstations, and potentially clustered systems operating in both unclassified and classified network environments. The Linux Administrator will be involved in the analysis, design, and implementation of modifications to the system software to improve system performance, correct errors, or fulfill specific needs. This includes participating in planning new hardware acquisitions, developing operating policies, interacting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization. The role also involves working closely with scientists and engineers to help them utilize workstations and servers to solve their computationally intensive problems. In addition to server management, the Linux Administrator will provide support for individual user workstations and associated software. This includes application installation, license management, software tracking/distribution, and backup/recovery of system configurations and user data files. The administrator will assist users in applying for accounts and approving user access, ensuring a smooth operational environment for all users.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical problem solving and in-depth consulting for system operations.
• Working as part of a team responsible for administration and management of servers, end-user workstations, and potentially clustered systems operating in both unclassified and classified network environments.
• Analyzing, designing, and implementing modifications to the system software to improve system performance, correct errors, or fulfill specific needs.
• Participating in planning new hardware acquisitions, developing operating policy, interacting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization.
• Working closely with scientists and engineers to help them use workstations and servers to solve their computationally intensive problems.
• Supporting individual user workstations and associated software.
• Providing support for application installation, license management, software tracking/distribution, and backup/recovery of system configurations and user data files.
• Assisting users in applying for accounts and approving user access.

Requirements

• A minimum of two to five (2-5) years demonstrated experience in system administration of Linux-based workstations.
• Well-developed Linux system management skills.
• Experience with hardware, specifically with HP and Dell systems.
• Must meet DoD 8570 Information Assurance Workforce (IAWF) criteria or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification at time of hire.
• Demonstrated experience working in an environment with rapidly changing job priorities.