Linux System Administrator

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Job Description:

Parsons has emerged as a leader in the development of cutting-edge solutions for the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our tremendous success can be attributed to our people and our priorities. We hire the best; we make them a priority and we never lose focus on the mission. It's why we're here. We have built this cultural legacy by working closely with analysts and operators to understand their needs and deliver meaningful value through innovative, cost effective and intuitive software solutions.

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Our team is looking for a Linux System Administrator. In this role you will support multiple operating locations to include Colorado Springs, the National Capital Region, and other Continental United States (CONUS) locations. The qualified applicant will design, implement and maintain the Linux Information Technology (IT) systems (Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)) and will design the basic computing infrastructure to accomplish key tasks, establish networking rules for cybersecurity and troubleshoot Linux system errors or other technical issues.

Candidate must have strong troubleshooting and communication skills, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Required Skills:

• Advanced technical competency in multiple of the following supported platforms: Red Hat Enterprise Linux servers, Red Hat Satellite, Ansible, Red Hat Virtualization,
• Experience maintaining smooth operation of multiple DoD baseline environments (Production, Test, Development) across multiple classification levels
• Extensive knowledge and experience with VMware and virtualization (Hyper-V, VMware/ESXi/Xen Hypervisors), as well as configuring and maintaining server hardware/infrastructure
• Provides tier 3 technical support for all Linux platforms
• Perform oversight of the development, implementation, and evaluation of information system security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration of existing SAP network infrastructures.
• Ensure that the organization's information technology system is operating at maximum efficiency, from manufacturing to distribution.
• Install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, application software and system management tools.
• Integrate COTS & GOTS products to collect, display and remediate a variety of automated system security and system operations/performance functions and metrics.
• Monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions, and work with developers to implement those fixes.
• Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies.
• Basic Microsoft knowledge of Windows Server 2016/2019, Active Directory, SQL Server 2012, Internet Information services (IIS), and Windows 10/11
• Experience with interpretation and application of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) / Security Requirement Guides (SRGs)
• Contributes to the planning, assessment, risk analysis, risk management, certification and awareness activities for system and networking operations.
• Knowledge of enterprise networking fundamentals, to include Dell/Cisco IOS familiarity (Firewalls, Routers)
• Speak to and collaborate with a variety of people, such as clients, vendors, management and IT staff during the creation and maintenance of a system
• Provides expert level consultation and technical services on all aspects of Information System Development
• Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower the human intervention time on any tasks
• Build operational Operations and Maintenance (O&M) checklists to maintain the service (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly O&M checklists); build Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) associated with service checklists
• Possess a high degree of originality, creativity, initiative, and willingness to learn new tools and concepts quickly
• High level of self-motivation, ability to define, manage, and prioritize tasks in a team environment
• 100% onsite is required in Colorado Springs, CO
• Must have a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or other relevant Engineering field from an accredited university with minimum 8 years of experience
• Top Secret (TS) security clearance with eligibility for Secret Compartmented Information (SCI)
• Willingness to submit to a Counterintelligence polygraph to achieve SAP security Clearance within 6 months of hire
• Possess a DoD 8140.03/8570.01 Information Assurance Technical II certification or able to obtain within 6 months of hire: Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security (CCNA-Security), Cybersecurity Analyst Plus (CySA+), Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP), GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), CompTIA Security+ (Security+), Certified Network Defender (CND), or Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Must have the ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous DOD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge and experience with Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure
• Knowledge of containerization technologies such as Docker, and Kubernetes
• Experience with installation and maintenance of authentication/authorization software e.g. Active Directory, Identity Management (IdM)
• Experience with configuration management

Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $108,700.00 - $190,200.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

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