RHEL 7 System Administrator

Precise Software Solutions, Inc. is an innovative small business with a proven record of success delivering quality services and solutions to government organizations. A CMMI Level 3 company, Precise serves as a trusted advisor to senior technology executives and helps government agencies enhance and expand their information technology capabilities.

We are currently looking for RHEL 7 System Administrator to join our growing team. This position will telecommute but should be within about a 4-hour drive to be onsite occasionally as needed in Ashburn VA, or Fairmont WV. Must be a U.S. citizen.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Five+ years Linux/Unix/Redhat (preferred RHEL 7) Administration Experience and 1+ Years of AWS Cloud Experience required
• Experience with applying patches, debugging issues and building custom kernels as required to implement functionality or address security concerns.
• Proficiency in shell scripting with languages such as Python, Perl, Korn, Bourne/Bash.
• Solid understanding of the software development process including requirements, use cases, design, coding, documentation and testing of scalable, distributed applications in a Linux environment.
• Experience with SE Linux System administration experience in configuration and policy.
• Experience with Network file systems (e.g., Lustre, NFS) and Ethernet Networking.
• Experience with debugging issues with the Linux kernel including examining source code and using tools such a crash and systemtap.
• Experience with RDMA Communications, Infiniband or Omni-Path high speed fabrics, including subnet management, IPoIB and/or IPoOPA mechanisms, fabric topology and health monitoring and integration with MPI
• Familiarity with automating approaches to configuring and maintaining (e.g., patching) systems in cloud environment.
• Familiarity with High Performance Computing (HPC) environment and related technologies.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good organization skills to balance and prioritize work, and ability to multitask.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs new software releases, system upgrades, operating system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches and resolves software related problems.
• Performs system backups and recovery.
• Maintains data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity.
• Install, setup, configure, troubleshoot and administer new and existing Apache, Tomcat and Oracle Application servers that provide Web-based services
• Install, setup, configure, troubleshoot and administer new and existing system support applications including but not limited to: McAfee, BigFix Client, FireEye Client, Nessus Tenable, Arcsight Log Archiver, IBM Direct Connect, Dell Storage Manager, ManageEngine Patch Manager, and Manage Engine AD Manager
• Aid software developers during application development, implementation, and support on matters related to the Application Server software.
• Apply Application Server software patches (e.g.: jdk) as scheduled with government concurrence.
• Maintain, and update as necessary, documentation (Visio Diagrams) of logical and physical connections
• Configure and deploy applications at the request of application owners ensuring all services are in alignment with Government standards and industry best practices.
• Provide on-call (e.g., pager or cell phone) application server administration support 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.
• Respond to all calls or system notifications within time specified by service level agreements (SLA). Record off-hour calls and responses using the problem management system no later than the next business day.
• Perform installation, configuration and management of Government Off The Shelf (GOTS), Commercial Of The Shelf (COTS) and all custom-built applications.
• Provide configuration management, hardware management, operating system and systemsoftware support, and platform operations support for all hosts.
• Install, setup, configure, troubleshoot and administer new and existing physical and virtual Linux servers
• Install, setup, configure, troubleshoot and administer new and existing Linux utilities including LAMP environment (Linux, Apache, MySQL, and Perl/PhP)
• Install, setup, configure, troubleshoot and administer new and existing virtualization platforms following industry recommended and Government established procedures and protocols for VMware, vSphere, VMWare, vCenter
• Install, setup, configure, troubleshoot and administer new and existing backup software and infrastructure, currently EMC Networker.
• Work with hardware vendors to schedule and implement deploy new hardware and resolution of hardware related repairs.
• Utilize experience in supporting storage technology planning, performance capacity planning and modeling, applications planning, human factors issues, and distributed processing.
• Install physical server, storage, network and appliance hardware devices into racks.
• Provide Tier 2 and 3 user support to users of resources.
• Ensure that property custodians are provided complete and accurate inventory information on equipment supported.
• Assist in the update, creation and implementation of a Standard Operating Procedure.
• Provision and administer SSL implementations using RSA/DSA keys.
• Authentication systems integration (HSPD12 and RSA tokens/RADIUS)
• Manage SSL Certificate from certificate request created to certificate approval and deployment.

EDUCATION

• BS/BA degree in a related area (or equivalent), and 6 to 8 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

ABOUT US

Precise Software Solutions, Inc. (Precise), an SBA 8(a) program participant, is an innovative small business with a proven record of success delivering quality services and solutions to government organizations. A CMMI Level 3 company, Precise serves as a trusted advisor to senior technology executives and helps government agencies enhance and expand their information technology capabilities. Precise helps their customers capitalize on the efficiencies offered by technological advancements and ensures the integrity of their IT systems and programs so they can perform their public mission more effectively. The company is known for delivering agile and innovative solutions and specializes in strategic consulting, system modernization and integration, digital transformation and experience, infrastructure and cloud implementation, and data management and analytics.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Training and Development
• Two Innovation Days
• Employee Referral Program
• Annual Charity Donation Match
• Awards and Recognition
• Standing Desks

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Precise is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants.

ABOUT US

Precise Software Solutions, Inc., an SBA 8(a) program participant, is an innovative small business with a proven record of success delivering quality services and solutions to government organizations. A CMMI Level 3 company, Precise serves as a trusted advisor to senior technology executives and helps government agencies enhance and expand their information technology capabilities. Precise helps their customers capitalize on the efficiencies offered by technological advancements and ensures the integrity of their IT systems and programs so they can perform their public mission more effectively. The company is known for delivering agile and innovative solutions and specializes in strategic consulting, system modernization and integration, digital transformation and experience, infrastructure and cloud implementation, and data management and analytics.

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Training and Development
Two Innovation Days
Employee Referral Program
Annual Charity Donation Match
Awards and Recognition

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Precise is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin, age, disability, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other factor protected by law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants.