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Team Lead & Principal Technical Recruiter - Engineering Division
Length: 3+ years
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support enterprise-classified infrastructures. This role is ideal for an experienced administrator with deep Linux expertise, strong automation skills, and a solid understanding of system security and compliance standards. The selected candidate will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Linux-based systems and services, ensuring operational reliability, performance, and security across complex computing environments. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects within a highly collaborative IT team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Administer and maintain multi-user Linux environments, focusing on RHEL 7/8 server and workstation platforms.
* Develop and maintain secure systems that meet internal and government compliance standards.
* Automate system configuration and deployment using tools such as Satellite and Ansible.
* Write and maintain scripts in bash/shell, Python, and Perl to support administrative tasks and system management.
* Configure and manage enterprise storage technologies (LVM, RAID, encrypted storage, SAN/NAS, NFS).
* Monitor and tune system performance, conduct capacity planning, and allocate mass storage resources.
* Install system-wide software, manage administrator/service accounts, and integrate with Active Directory.
* Resolve escalated support issues related to system performance, access, and security controls.
* Evaluate and integrate third-party vendor solutions; manage vendor tracking and monitoring.
* Perform system hardening and compliance checks using DISA STIGs, STIG Viewer, and SCC Tool.
* Support backup and recovery processes, cloud integrations, and system outages/downtimes.
* Draft internal IT communications regarding planned maintenance, outages, or updates.
* Support merger, acquisition, and divestiture efforts as they relate to network and user access.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
* Minimum of 7 years of experience administering RHEL 7/8 systems in an enterprise setting.
* At least 5 years of experience using Red Hat Satellite to manage Linux environments.
* Proficiency with scripting languages (i.e., bash/shell, Python, and Perl).
* Strong troubleshooting skills including knowledge of Linux boot processes, Kickstart, systemd, kernel tuning, and system diagnostics.
* Experience configuring and securing Linux storage solutions.
* Familiar with Linux package management tools (i.e., rpm, yum, and dnf).
* Solid understanding of networking concepts including firewalls, protocols, routing, and performance tuning.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in a team.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills.
* Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly.
* Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
* Due to the nature of the work, an active Secret clearance is required, candidates without an active Secret clearance will not be considered.
Selected candidate will be subject to a post offer background check and must be able to maintain a Secret-level DoD security clearance. Digital Prospectors is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, relegation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; US citizenship is required. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.
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