Linux Systems Administrator, Senior
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Summary
About the Role
About You
- Active Secret clearance w/SCI eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
- 5-7 years of relevant IT / Linux Systems Administration experience
- Current DoD 8140 IAT level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE)
- Scripting skills in BASH and/or Python
- Experience with VMware vSphere (version 7 or above)
- Familiarity with PostgreSQL databases
- Must obtain a Red Hat Linux or comparable Linux Server OS certification (e.g., RHCSA or RHCE) within six months of hire
- Knowledge of containerization (Podman/Docker)
- Experience with Ansible and OpenLDAP
- Candidates who currently possess active Red Hat certifications
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program including healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of: Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. With approximately 1,600 employees across the United States, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is known for anticipating and responding rapidly to our customers’ present and future needs. Within the government sector, our focus is on Defense; Intelligence; Federal Law Enforcement; U.S. Outreach; and Healthcare. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was named to the Top Workplaces USA list by Energage from 2021 - 2024. AMERICAN SYSTEMS is a nine-time Northern Virginia Family Service "Companies As Responsive Employers" (CARE) award winner; a Top 10 Employer - Military Friendly®; a Best of the Best Top Veteran Friendly Companies – U.S. Veterans Magazine; and a Virginia Values Veterans – Official V3 Certified Company.