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General Dynamics Information Technology · 23 hours ago

Senior Linux System Administrator

USA MS Stennis Space Center

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$91K/yr - $123K/yr

8+ years exp

General Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company. They are seeking a Senior Linux System Administrator responsible for maintaining servers that process data from a global network of buoys, ensuring continuity of operations for the NDBC information system.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participate in a rotation to provide 24x7x365 on-call support for the primary IT mission essential data processing, applications, and functions to support the continuity of operations of the NDBC information system

Support IT architecture improvements to ensure continuity of operations for primary mission essential functions and the flow of data

Support the annual NDBC IT Assessment and Authorization (A&A) audits through security patching and security-minded configuration updates; actively address changes needed as a result of Plan of Action & Milestones (POAM) requirements; help ensure NDBC maintains its Authority to Operate (ATO)

Maintain all Linux-based servers and clients located on premises and in an AWS cloud environment

Follow system administration best practices

Patch and configure systems in compliance with NOAA security requirements

Upgrade operating systems in advance of end-of-support dates

Support software development efforts

Deploy software application updates for both COTS as well as internal applications

Plan and implement migration of local systems to a cloud environment, where possible, in a cost-effective manner

Ensure reliable system and data backups

Manage/maintain server certificates

Maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux subscriptions

Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required

Communicate/brief upcoming maintenance efforts and/or anticipated impacts to stakeholders

Implement strategies to automate routine administration tasks

Maintain and monitor data center environmental equipment

Qualification

LinuxSystem AdministrationAWSRed Hat Enterprise LinuxScripting languagesCommunicationInitiative

Required

8 + years of related experience

Bachelors of Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent. Experience may be considered as an equivalent

8 years or more experience preferred in the installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of IT system hardware and software and related IT infrastructure

Demonstrated advanced knowledge and experience supporting Red Hat Linux, Apache, Tomcat, drivers, applications, vulnerabilities, security requirements and postures, quarterly STIG updates

Knowledge of AWS solutions and migration of Linux systems is considered a plus

An understanding of programming languages, such as Java, Python, PHP, and Perl

Experience in installing and maintaining system hardware, operating systems, software systems, network systems, security systems

Experience applying OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrades of administrative tools and utilities; configuring, adding, and removing services as necessary

Experience implementing automation to streamline recurring system administration tasks is highly preferred; experience with scripting languages

Able to work autonomously and take initiative in identifying areas for improvements and proposing solutions

Able to communicate effectively with coworkers and stakeholders

Must be able to successfully complete a NOAA (Stennis Space Center)/NASA background investigation for site/system access

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship or a valid Green Card is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location

Preferred

Experience with AWS lamda, containers, EC2 instances is desirable

Benefits

A variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts

Dental plan options

A vision plan

A 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match

Full flex work weeks where possible

A variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave

Short and long-term disability benefits

Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Company

General Dynamics Information Technology

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General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1999

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees