Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Senior Linux Administrator to support a major national laboratory. You will provide computing capabilities and in-depth support for scientific and engineering applications and work with a team that builds and maintains user environments, delivers subject matter expert support, and application-level software and tools to the scientific and engineering communities. To accomplish this, you will need an extensive background in Linux server administration and issue resolution along with strong hardware/software troubleshooting skills. Experience with Bash shell scripting. Experience/knowledge working with Containers. And finally, knowledge and understanding of best practices and IT operations.

• Perform Linux Administration duties.
• Perform installations and patching of Linux operating systems.
• Assist customers with the installation and updates of applications.
• Install software and troubleshoot software install issues.
• Monitor systems and preform hardware troubleshooting, tracking, resolution, and routine maintenance and security updates.
• Perform system backups and provide data recovery.

• BS/BA degree with a minimum six years’ experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting.
• Minimum two years’ experience with Linux (RedHat or Ubuntu) and are capable of OS installation, network configuration, and package/patch management.
• Working knowledge and experience with bash shell scripting and other languages (python, Perl, or Ruby).
• Proven track record of problem solving using strong critical thinking, analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to research and solve complex issues independently.
• Ability to work seamlessly within a team as an active contributor.
• Strong verbal and written customer service and communications skills.
• Knowledge of, and desire to follow IT Operations best practices and procedures such as issue management and incident response.
• Familiar with information security best practices.
• Uncleared to start, with ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance; due to this a US Citizenship is required.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience writing documentation for internal processes and customer facing products and services.
• Must reside in or near Albuquerque, New Mexico or be willing to relocate