Linux Systems Administrator

L3Harris Technologies - Palm Bay, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Palm Bay, FL

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Linux Systems Administrator role at L3Harris involves managing, optimizing, and securing Linux infrastructure to ensure high performance and reliability. The position requires advanced skills in Linux systems, including kickstarting, security compliance, and automation through scripting. The ideal candidate will contribute to the IT team's mission of delivering end-to-end solutions for customers' mission-critical needs.

Responsibilities

• Configure, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems.
• Design, implement, and manage automated Linux installations using Kickstart.
• Install software and troubleshoot application compatibility issues.
• Test applications using tools such as Jenkins, Bitbucket, and SVN.
• Create and maintain documentation for system configurations and best practices.
• Automate tasks using bash scripting.
• Collaborate with ISSOs to support audits and maintain STIG compliance.
• Implement security patches and conduct system scans to ensure integrity.
• Support critical operations during standard business hours and provide flexible support as needed outside standard hours.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 6 years of prior experience or a Graduate degree with 4 years of prior experience, or a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active US Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to achieve Security+CE within 6 months of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Red Hat Certification (RHCSA or RHCE)
• Experience with Ansible and Ansible Automation Platform (AAP)
• Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and automated test frameworks
• Experience with Podman and containerization technologies
• Experience with Active Directory (AD)
• Experience with Virtualization (KVM/VMware) and backup technologies such as Commvault, NAS, SAN, SAS, iSCSI
• Experience with administration of Splunk Enterprise.

Benefits

• Inclusive and engaging work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Commitment to community and excellence