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FEDITC LLC

Unix Systems Administrator

Hampton, VA · On-site

The UNIX Systems Administrator will maintain systems and applications associated with 27 IS/SCO ... Oracle/Solaris, Red Hat Linux, Trusted Solaris and associated ISR applications such as, but not ...

FEDITC LLC

Unix Systems Administrator

Hampton, VA · On-site

The UNIX Systems Administrator will maintain systems and applications associated with 27 IS/SCO ... Oracle/Solaris, Red Hat Linux, Trusted Solaris and associated ISR applications such as, but not ...

VTG

Platform Engineer

Chantilly, VA

Administer, configure, secure, patch, and troubleshoot Red Hat Linux environments. * Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate application build, testing, security scanning, and ...

PlanIT Group LLC

LINUX Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

Perform the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of Red Hat Linux systems according to existing standards in a virtualized environment. * Design and develop complex ...

PlanIT Group LLC

LINUX Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

Perform the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of Red Hat Linux systems according to existing standards in a virtualized environment. * Design and develop complex ...

Barbaricum

Barbaricum is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to manage and maintain mission-critical systems ... Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or similar distributions. * Proficiency in ...

MANTECH

Linux Server Administrator

Quantico, VA · On-site

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented LINUX SERVER ADMINISTRATOR to join our team ... Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (including Red Hat Enterprise Linux and ...

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Red Hat is an enterprise level Linux operating system distribution that is utilized by a large variety of organizations, including multinational corporations and nonprofits. As a Red Hat Linux administrator, your duties and responsibilities are to install, deploy, and configure the Red Hat OS for your corporate clients or employer. After implementation, your role is to maintain security, ensure that the OS remains operational and optimized for daily operations, and oversee backup and restoration processes. As a Red Hat Linux administrator, you are also responsible for maintaining documentation related to all operations and providing technical assistance to end users.

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Red Hat Linux administrators are in high demand due to the widespread use of Linux in enterprise environments, cloud computing, and server management. Skills in system configuration, troubleshooting, and certifications like RHCSA or RHCE can enhance job prospects in this field.

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Red Hat Linux Administrators often encounter challenges such as ensuring system security through timely patching and vulnerability management, dealing with compatibility issues during upgrades, and automating repetitive tasks using tools like Ansible or shell scripting. Additionally, troubleshooting complex network or storage configurations and maintaining high system availability under tight SLAs can be demanding. Effective collaboration with development, security, and operations teams is essential to address these challenges and keep systems running smoothly.
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Unix Systems Administrator

FEDITC LLC

Hampton, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

FEDITC, LLC is a fast-growing business supporting DoD and other intelligence agencies worldwide. FEDITC develops mission critical national security systems throughout the world directly supporting the Warfighter, DoD Leadership, & the country. We are proud & honored to provide these services.

Overview of position:

FEDITC is seeking a UNIX Systems Administrator to work in the Hampton, VA (Langley AFB) area. The UNIX Systems Administrator will maintain systems and applications associated with 27 IS/SCO Network and Communication architecture to include: Oracle/Solaris, Red Hat Linux, Trusted Solaris and associated ISR applications such as, but not limited to UNICORN, Information Support Server Environment (ISSE) Guard, and Imagery Product Library (IPL), Trusted Manager (TMAN), and SecureView.

A United States Citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI DoD Security Clearance is required to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide Tier 2 support, based on industry standards, to clients for all system problems and anomalies. Resolve trouble tickets submitted via the electronic problem reports system
  • Prepare systems (UNIX mission servers) for security accreditation
  • Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat, Linux, and Solaris operating systems, to include Operating System (OS), application software patches and service packs
  • Perform user account, group, and directory maintenance for clients Manage user and group policies and rights; conduct auditing for same
  • Review security, network, and system auditing and remedy identified anomalies
  • Analyze and resolve problems associated with UNIX server hardware, operating systems, applications software while adhering to mandated security requirements and guidelines
  • Prepare, test, and implement scripts to simplify system tasks for local use
  • Perform system backup and recovery utilizing network backup software
  • Setup and maintain SecureView server and workstations
  • Support Network Security Managers to identify and resolve security related server and application issues
  • Support military and Government personnel on systems.
  • Other support duties as needed/directed.

Experience/Skills:

  • Minimum five (5) years’ experience in administering and managing networked UNIX (Solaris and Red Hat preferred) systems/servers/storage.

Certification:

  • Security+ is required.

Clearance:

  • Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance is required.
  • Must be a US Citizen and pass a background check.
  • Maintain applicable security clearance(s) at the level required by the client and/or applicable certification(s) as requested by FEDITC and/or required by FEDITC’S Client(s)/Customer(s)/Prime contractor(s).

FEDITC, LLC. is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. FEDITC, LLC. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates

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