Senior Linux System Administrator

$114,400 - $135,200/Yr

Allegis Group - Tucson, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Tucson, AZ

10,001+ employees

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

Leidos is seeking a Senior Linux System Administrator to provide technical support and administration for Linux, Microsoft, and Mac systems within a VMware environment. This role is critical in maintaining IT systems and ensuring operational efficiency in a 24/7/365 environment. The position is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity based in Tucson, AZ, requiring a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and administration for Linux, Microsoft, and Mac systems within a VMware environment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain IT systems, distinguishing between isolated user issues and broader system problems.
• Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to develop and implement solutions.
• Support a 24/7/365 environment, including on-call support during after-hours outages.

Requirements

• Experience with Linux (Red Hat), VMware, and system administration.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with scripting/automation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Must have a TS/SCI clearance to start.
• At least 5+ years of hands-on experience in a Linux, RedHat, or VMware system administration environment.
• Bachelor's degree in IT or equivalent (engineering, mathematics, etc.).

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Hyper Converged Infrastructure (HCI) concepts and solutions such as Dell VXRail.
• Experience with Tier 2 system administration of server operating systems such as Linux (CentOS, RHEL, or Ubuntu) and Microsoft Server (2012 R2/2016).
• Experience supporting virtual desktops running Linux, Microsoft Windows, and/or MacOS.
• Experience with log reviews, incident analysis, and identification of issue trends.
• Experience with server patch management methodologies.
• Time management skills with the ability to work independently within an IT Service Management/ticketing system (ServiceNow).
• Ability to triage and properly classify incidents and prioritize work efforts accordingly.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)