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Gigatec

Linux System Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

What You'll Be Doing (We don't love the bullet points, but we love the work!) As the Linux System Administrator, you'll get to be part of a team responsible for providing support for a large-scale ...

NewGen

Linux System Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our Partner's IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing enterprise Linux ...

CTC Group

Linux System Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Summary CTC Grouphas a new and exciting opportunity for Linux Systems Administrators to maintain ... Five (5) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity ...

Vets Hired

Linux System Administrator

Clarksburg, WV · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Job Summary The Linux System Administrator (Intermediate-Level) is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, securing, and supporting enterprise Linux-based systems and infrastructure.

ManTech

Linux System Administrator

Laurel, MD

$128K - $214K/yr

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our team ... Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.

Zachary Piper Solutions

$80 - $100/hr

The Windows/Linux System Administrator will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting ... This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. * Candidates must be willing and able ...

Nakupuna Companies

Linux System Administrator

Fort Knox, KY · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Overview Nakupuna Companies is seeking a highly skilled Linux System Administrator to support the U.S. Army Human Resources Command (HRC). This role is vital for maintaining, securing, and optimizing ...

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A Linux System Administrator Contract job is a temporary or project-based role where an IT professional manages and maintains Linux-based systems for an organization. Responsibilities typically include server setup, system monitoring, troubleshooting, security management, and performance optimization. Contract positions may last for a few months to a year or more, depending on the employer's needs. These roles are often found in industries that rely heavily on Linux servers, such as cloud computing, finance, and cybersecurity. Contractors may work on-site or remotely and are usually compensated on an hourly or project basis.

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As a Linux System Administrator Contractor, you will typically be tasked with deploying, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Linux servers to ensure optimal performance and security. Your daily work may include applying software updates, managing user accounts, automating processes with scripts, and responding to incidents or service requests. Contractors often work closely with development, DevOps, and IT security teams, providing technical support and collaborating to implement infrastructure improvements. Project assignments can vary widely based on the client’s needs, offering opportunities to work with cloud platforms, virtualization, and integrating new technologies.

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Linux System Administrator

Gigatec Engineering

Annapolis, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Perks and Benefits
  • 100% Paid Healthcare
  • 10% 401k in every paycheck
  • 100% Fully Vested!!!

NOTE - Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa.
What You'll Be Doing (We don't love the bullet points, but we love the work!)
As the Linux System Administrator, you'll get to be part of a team responsible for providing support for a large-scale Linux system including installation of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for all the compute, network, memory, and storage system components. In addition, the System Administrator shall maintain the system's security posture, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.Required Skills
  • Experience using the Linux CLI
  • Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python
  • Experience performing System Administration including installation, configuration, and support of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software in a large-scale Linux cluster environment
  • General technical knowledge regarding compute, network, memory, and storage system components
  • Experience with Red Hat Satellite systems management solution
  • Familiarity using Splunk for ingesting, indexing, searching, monitoring, and analyzing big data
  • Experience with the sustainment and support of large Linux clusters including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution
  • Experience with distributed files systems such as Weka, CEPH, GPFS, and HDFS
  • Experience configuring and sustaining VMware ESXi/Virtualization environments
  • Experience with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) automation tools e.g., SaltStack, Ansible
  • Experience with corporate STE/STN security compliance policies and procedures
  • Experience using system monitoring tools such as HPE One View and Nagios
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
Desired Skills
  • Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes
  • Appreciates a sense of humor and the occasional well-timed joke
Requirements
  • Certifications: Security +
  • Fifteen (15) years' experience
  • Bachelors in Technical Discipline or an additional 5 years' experience

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