Staff Systems Administrator

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Linux System Administrator to join our IT infrastructure team.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of hands-on experience managing and maintaining Linux-based environments, with a strong background in automation and configuration management, particularly using Ansible.

This role requires proactive problem-solving, deep troubleshooting skills, and a passion for systems optimization and reliability.
 

What you’ll do as a Staff Systems Administrator 2


* Key Responsibilities:
+ Maintain, monitor, and optimize Linux systems (Ubuntu, Red Hat, etc.)
+ Manage user accounts, permissions, and system access controls
+ Apply security patches, OS updates, and package upgrades across servers
+ Automate system tasks using Bash, Python, or Ansible
+ Monitor system health and logs using tools like Zabbix or Prometheus
+ Configure and maintain services such as Apache, Nginx, PostgreSQL, OpenSSH, and LDAP
+ Manage virtualization or container platforms (VMware, Docker, etc.)
+ Perform regular backups and ensure disaster recovery readiness
+ Collaborate with developers, security, and networking teams on infrastructure needs
+ Document systems, configurations, and procedures



* Staff Systems Administrator 2 Requirements



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+ Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of experience
+ Advanced knowledge, Linux/Unix (RHEL, Ubuntu)
+ Advanced knowledge, Proficient in shell scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell)
+ Advanced knowledge, Experience with monitoring tools (Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana, etc.)
+ Advanced knowledge, Familiarity with version control systems (Git, Gitlab)
+ Advanced knowledge, Strong expertise with Ansible for configuration management and automation.
+ Advanced knowledge with CMMC standards.
+ Familiarity with DevOps tools like Jenkins, TeamCity, Gitlab or Kubernetes.
+ Good oral & written communication skills
+ Excel as a team player and strive to maximize team & department performance
+ U.S.

Citizen with eligibility to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance



* Staff Systems Administrator 2 Preferences
+ Education - Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
+ Certifications:
o Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
o Linux+
o Security+
+ Technical Skill | Knowledge | Abilities
o Proficiency with Linux administration (Ubuntu, Red Hat) in production environments.
o Experience with automation tools like Ansible.
o Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as TeamCity, Jenkins or GitLab CI
o Strong scripting in Bash, Python or PowerShell
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