Senior Linux Administrator
Job Description
*Job Title:* Senior Linux Systems Administrator*Account Name:* TEKsystems
*Duration:* 6 Months (Contract to Hire)
*Workplace Type:* On-Site
*Worksite Address:* San Diego, CA
*Start Date:* Sep-01-2024
*Pay Rate:* $50 - $58.00 per hour
*Job Description:*
TEKsystems is seeking a Senior Linux
Administrator to join our team in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will
administer and manage servers and end-user workstations in both unclassified
and classified network environments as part of a Research, Development, Test,
and Evaluation (RDT&E) Program.
*Key Responsibilities:*
* Utilize Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration experience for technical problem-solving and consulting.
* Automate installation methods and system imaging using tools like Kickstart and Ansible.
* Set up and manage public key infrastructure (PKI) for digital certificates and encryption.
* Implement DISA STIGs and work within Configuration-Managed Environments.
* Analyze, design, and implement system software modifications to enhance performance.
* Plan hardware acquisitions, interact with vendors, and collaborate on projects.
* Support engineers in using workstations and servers for computational tasks.
* Manage application installation, license management, software tracking, and backup/recovery.
* Use essential tools for handling files, directories, command-line environments, and documentation.
* Operate running systems, manage virtual machines, and control services.
* Configure local storage, file systems, and network file systems.
* Deploy, configure, and maintain systems, including software installation and updates.
* Manage users and groups with centralized directory authentication.
* Configure basic firewall and SELinux for security.
* Set kernel runtime parameters and produce system utilization reports.
* Use shell scripting to automate system maintenance tasks.
* Configure system logging, including remote logging.
* Provide networking services, including HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, SMTP, SSH, and NTP.
*Required Skills:*
* IAT Level II Certification and Interim or Active Secret Clearance.
* Minimum 4 years of experience in system administration of Linux-based and Windows Servers (2016).
* Strong experience working in Linux Command Line.
* Strong experience supporting RHEL (Red Hat Linux) in a DoD environment, especially supporting workstations.
* Experience with Red Hat Linux, scripting (Ansible), and hybrid Windows/Linux server environments.
*Nice to Have:*
* Knowledge of corporate services like DNS, SMTP, RHEV, Splunk, and Apache.
* Experience managing IT infrastructure installation and maintenance.
* Hardware experience with Dell systems.
* Ability to work in environments with rapidly changing job priorities.
* Experience with ServiceNow ITSM Ticket Management.
*Work Environment:*
* Performed across multiple sites in San Diego, CA.
* Business casual dress code.
* Contract includes about 200 people across various teams (Linux, Windows, IT Support, networking, applications, security, etc.).
*Company Culture:*
Our client is a family-oriented
company that values its employees and promotes from within. They support the
Navy's research and development efforts and have a strong commitment to
employee growth and development. The company offers opportunities for
certification and career advancement.
*Interview Information:*
* Interview with PM (WebEx) and Technical Team Lead.
* One-step interview process with immediate feedback.
*Why is Position Open?*
* To ensure Military Intelligence Information Systems are operational and accessible to troops in the field.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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