Top Secret Linux Systems Administrator

Post Date

Jul 18, 2023

Location

Fairfax,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

22030
US
Jul 20, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

DC0-637854

Pay Rate

$100k - $200k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a System Administrator to support a team for a large Linux enterprise system, the primary responsibility of the System Administrator will be to maintain, upgrade and provide support for Linux operating systems and infrastructure. The candidate needs to be able to diagnose and resolve problems and respond to issues in a timely manner. The individual should be able to easily communicate technical concerns and solutions to people with varying degrees of technical knowledge as well as working with said individuals to resolve technical issues. Responsibilities also include but are not limited to maintaining system infrastructure, supporting upgrades and patches for Security and application support, testing patches prior to pushing to the enterprise, and testing/building new and existing servers. The ideal candidate would have experience in a traditional bare metal and VM environment as well as Cloud environments with a desire to gravitate more to the later.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

- Proactively manage system infrastructure including, databases, testing computer equipment, and other software and hardware.

- Provide technical support for both hardware and software issues that may arise.

- Perform system monitoring and analysis verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, performance tuning and troubleshooting of servers, software and hardware and respond to anomalies.

- Regularly upgrade system software and firmware as required.

- Assist in integrating new applications and technologies into the current system.

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Required Skills & Experience

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

BS degree in Computer Science or similar field preferred, relevant work experience may be substituted.

5+ years of experience as a system administrator.

In-depth knowledge and experience with Linux operating system.

Good knowledge of several scripting languages.

GITLAB and puppet experience desirable.

GPFS/IBM ESS experience desirable

Experience with Cloud Environments and architectures under K8s orchestration desirable.

General understanding of IP networks, switching, subnets and VLANs. General understanding of hardware to include Servers, Blade Chassis, Fiber Channels, SANS

Ability to respond to support requests after hours.

Flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing environment.

Knowledge of system security concerns and vulnerabilities.

Experience with RH Directory Server or FOSS alternatives

Good problem-solving abilities.

Positive, self-motivated individual who can complete tasks independently. IA certification (either Security+ or CISSP).

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.