Linux System Administrator

About the role

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Linux System Administrator, supporting TOS II, at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. As a Linux System Administrator, you will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for design, support and maintenance of Linux Systems and Peripherals for the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as system administrator for all Linux-based servers and workstations with direct responsibility for:
  • Server, workstation and storage system operations, upgrades and enhancements to meet current and future end-user and facility requirements.
  • System backup hardware, applications and processes.
  • System security configuration and monitoring.
  • Support, maintenance, repair, and installation of workstations and servers, peripheral equipment, and software applications.
  • System security configuration, hardening, patching, and monitoring, including implementing Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and other DoD security policies.
  • Assist in the system administration support of Government IT system networks.
  • Provide secondary network administration support for Linux-based workstations and servers, printers, and other peripheral IT equipment.
  • Work with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure compliance with Cybersecurity regulations and best practices.
  • Ensure Cybersecurity requirements are consistently documented, maintained, evaluated and compliant for Government IT system networks including components of systems.
  • Provide end user troubleshooting support for Government IT system networks through the ticket support system.
  • Support the use of common work processes and procedures within assigned function across the TOS contract.
  • Provide support to AEDC customers and other contractors.
  • Periodically evaluate process and program effectiveness and take action to maintain continuous improvement.
  • Availability outside of working hours to remediate critical issues with IT Infrastructure as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field with 2 to 7 years of progressively relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must currently possess or commit to obtaining any requisite certifications required for assuming administrative role in accordance with DoD 8140 within 6 months of hiring date.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.
• Current US Citizenship required.

Qualifications

• CompTIA Security+ Certification.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) and or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
• Experience with installation, configuration and troubleshooting the following: Unix/Linux/Windows workstation and server OS environments, hardware, software, mass storage, HPC, patching, ACAS, VLANs, VMWare, OpenShift, NetApp ONTAP, Active Directory, Veeam, and SolarWinds NPM.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python, Ansible).
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Configuration and application of security policies and templates for system hardening.
• Configuration, monitoring, and tuning of server applications and performance.
• Storage management and services, including RAID, LVM, NFS.
• Experience with NISPOM and/or DoD/RMF.
• Experience with network services such as DNS, DHCP, LDAP, NIS, Apache and Tomcat.
• Skilled at building and maintaining personnel and customer relationships.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.

Skills

• Linux System Administration
• Unix/Linux/Windows workstation and server OS environments
• Hardware, software, mass storage, HPC, patching, ACAS, VLANs, VMWare, OpenShift, NetApp ONTAP, Active Directory, Veeam, and SolarWinds NPM
• Scripting and automation tools (Bash, PowerShell, Python, Ansible)
• Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Security policies and templates for system hardening
• Network services (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, NIS, Apache and Tomcat)
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and analytical abilities

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule

Pay

$70,000 – $124,000 / year

Schedule

Regular, Full-Time