Senior Linux Administrator
TekSynap
- Fort Belvoir, VA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee the administration, configuration, and maintenance of Linux workstations, VMs, and supporting software
- Configure and maintain enterprise Linux administration tools such as Identity Management (IdM), Satellite, and Ansible Tower servers.
- Harden systems against vulnerabilities and threats using automated tools in accordance with DISA STIGs.
- Proactively recommend and implement performance and reliability improvements to systems and independently develop solutions to problems.
- Train junior systems administrators and help desk technicians in best practices and day-to-day operations.
- Assist in the documentation of knowledge base articles, standard operating procedures, and work instructions as needed.
- Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility
- Active IAT level II Certification
- Proficient with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
- Experience with automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible.
- Familiarity with enterprise management of Linux systems.
- 10-12 years of work experience
- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Management Systems, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator or equivalent certification.
- Establish Focus
- Change Management
- Develop Others
- Oral Communication
- Written Communication
- Interpersonal Awareness
- Build Relationships
- Analytical Thinking
- Conceptual Thinking
- Strategic Thinking
- Technical Expertise
- Initiative
- Foster Innovation
- Results Oriented
- Teamwork
- Customer Service
- Location: Fort Belvoir, VA
- Type of environment: Fast paced, deadline-oriented environment
- Noise level: Medium
- Work schedule: Regular daytime shift Monday - Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs
- Amount of Travel: 10%