Linux Systems Administrator (Secret Clearance)

Company: System One
Location: Arlington
Posted on: March 17, 2023

Job Description:

Linux Systems Administrator
Secret Clearance required
Must be able to get DHS clearance (4-5 week process)
Arlington, VA - 100% ONSITE
The Linux Systems Administrator applies current technologies to the design, development, evaluation and integration of computer information systems and networks to maintain system security. Works with commercial computer product vendors in the design and evaluation of state-of-the-art secure COTS applications, operating systems, networks and database products and technology. Provides security engineering and integration services to internal customers. Involved in a wide range of issues including secure architectures, secure electronic data traffic, network security, information security and privacy. Develops security systems for any manual or automated systems environments. Responsible for ensuring the protection of company data against unauthorized disclosure, accidental or intentional loss of data, or unauthorized modification.
This position requires shift work with possible nights and weekends.
Required Skills:
--- Must have a current Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.
--- Must be able to obtain DHS suitability prior to starting employment.
--- Knowledge of Red Hat version 6 or 7(rhel6/rhel7) with the ability to engineer, install, administer and maintain.
--- Skilled in Linux-related scripting (Bash, Perl, Python, etc.)
--- Proficiency with configuration management using Ansible or Puppet
--- Kernel infrastructure understanding in a Linux environment
--- Experience analyzing and evaluating the security of new and existing IT systems and the procedures to protect information system assets from intentional or inadvertent modification, disclosure, or destruction.
--- Experience analyzing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of Information technology and security controls that are in place.
--- Knowledge and understanding of operating systems, networks and services.
--- Experience evaluating security solutions to ensure they meet security requirements for processing classified information.
--- Manage changes to system and assesses the security impact of those changes.
Desired Skills:
--- Experience with Apache web server configuration and management
--- Management, deployment and troubleshooting of Java and Tomcat applications
--- Experience and/or familiarity with the following network protection devices: Firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), log analysis, malware analysis, network traffic flow and packet analysis
--- Apache/TomCat/NGINX
--- Satellite Server
--- Nagios
--- Kerberos/LDAP
--- SSL
--- IDM/Free IPA
--- Sourcefire
--- Puppet Docker
Training/certification in any of the following is strongly desired:
--- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
--- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul--, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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