Job description

Linux System Administrator

Overview

AFRL plans and executes USAF programs in the areas of basic research, exploratory development, and advanced development. Delaware Nation Industries is currently providing organizational support to a large AFRL program at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, OH. This support includes tasks to ensure an effective Information Management concept and structure that fosters timely deployment and optimal operation of Information Systems to support the research of the AFRL mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide Linux Administration services to include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Systems installation & administration of physical workstations and servers across multiple Linux distros and release versions.
• Systems installation & administration of virtual workstations and servers across multiple Linux distros and release versions.
• Provide VDI integration support of Linux systems for seamless operations.
• Manage & maintain system images, snapshots & other virtual configurations as directed by technical leadership.
• Configure, maintain, manage & troubleshoot advanced configurations for supported systems, which may involve: system performance tuning, clustering, file systems, hardware, OS kernel, DNS, IP stack, network attached storage & SAN, virtual networking, Windows AD integration, LDAP integration & other advanced configuration items.
• Monitor system performance, to identify and correct performance issues.
• Manage & maintain configuration management systems, such as Puppet, and/or Ansible for continuous sustainment of the operating environment.
• Manage & maintain secure remote access of systems per DoD standards & guidelines.
• Utilize shell and utility scripting to optimize & automate standard administration tasks.
• Regularly audit & validate configuration of systems against established DoD policy & within any additional guidelines provided by leadership.
• This includes installation of HBSS, Anti-Virus & other agents as part of standard systems within AFRL RQ’s operating environment.
• This also includes implementing the Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) on the various Linux operating systems.
• Verify, remediate & report on all IAVMs, DoD orders & suspense requirements.
• Provide technical oversight and consultation services in support of new technology research & configuration testing.
• Attend meetings, participate in conference calls and respond to ticket requests to ensure the highest standards in customer support.
• Work with leadership & teammates to develop and/or maintain systems documentation in support of system builds, application installs & other operations procedures.
• Assist with security audits & work with staff to remediate any & all security findings with supported systems & applications.
• Configure & monitor backups in accordance with applicable regulations, policies & guidance.
• Ensure any issues/failures with backups are corrected within established SLA timelines.
• Routinely audit & verify backup configurations (to include test restorations), exceptions & system security configurations as established by leadership.
• Provide backup reporting using templates & reporting requirements as directed by leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 year as Linux System Administrator
• Must have a DoD IAT Level I – 8570 certification (Security+)
• Must possess a Secret clearance (or higher)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $88,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wright-Patterson AFB, OH 45433: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Linux: 5 years (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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