Unix & Linux Administrator

Description & Requirements

Maximus is seeking an experienced Unix/Linux Admin to join our team.

As a Unix/Linux Admin, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the system infrastructure.

Your role will involve overseeing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of the environment.

This position is on-site, five days a week, and requires an active secret clearance.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS219, T3, Band 6

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Install, configure, upgrade, patch, and maintain Unix/Linux servers and related software using management systems such as APT and RPM.

- Monitor and document system performance.

- Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, support the uptime of the system.

- Implement, manage, and coordinate backup, recovery, and failover processes.

- Apply security patches and implement measures such as firewalls (iptables, firewall, etc.) Work directly with the security team on vulnerability mitigation.

- Manage user accounts and group policies.

- Configure network interfaces, routings, and VLANs.

- Develop and maintain manual and automated scripts for system monitoring, procedures, and changes.

- Provide technical support for our users.

Support the helpdesk in resolving inquiries and incidents.

- Work collaboratively with other cross-functional teams to support the system.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements
- Active Secret clearance.
- Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country.
- This is an on-site position at a government facility.
- Requires presence on-site five days per week in Annapolis Junction, MD.
- Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
- Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
- 7+ years of experience working as a system admin on Unix/Linux systems.

Related experience is acceptable.
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Minimum Requirements

TCS219, T3, Band 6

EEO Statement

Active military service members, their spouses, and veteran candidates often embody the core competencies Maximus deems essential, and bring a resiliency and dependability that greatly enhances our workforce.

We recognize your unique skills and experiences, and want to provide you with a career path that allows you to continue making a difference for our country.

We're proud of our connections to organizations dedicated to serving veterans and their families.

If you are transitioning from military to civilian life, have prior service, are a retired veteran or a member of the National Guard or Reserves, or a spouse of an active military service member, we have challenging and rewarding career opportunities available for you.

A committed and diverse workforce is our most important resource.

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