Linux System Administrator

MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our team in Ft. Meade, MD.


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:


+ Creating and managing virtual environments

+ Systems administration of hardware and software in support of maintenance, developing and testing of information technology systems

+ Administration of Linux (i.e., Redhat/Rocky 8)

+ Scripting with Basic Shell (Bash), PUTTY

+ Configuring and maintaining storage and file systems

+ Developing and delivering briefings, technical presentations, and program documentation to senior program management


Minimum Qualifications:


+ 5+ years’ experience in systems administration of hardware and software in support of maintenance, developing and testing of information technology systems

+ Strong Linux administrative experience (command-line)

+ Ability to launch, provision, and configure VMWare/vSphere instances (e.g., ESXi, vCenter)

+ Server STE/STN Compliancy (ex., NESSUS, MacAfee Agents) and performing server management relating to security tools such as patch management (applying O/S updates, IAVAs, and configuration changes)

+ Able to perform system administration on Linux Redhat 8/Rocky 8 (Command Line)

+ Demonstrated experience working with a team to introduce and integrate new technologies into existing production environments


Preferred Qualifications:


+ Familiar with installing, troubleshooting, and maintenance on OS on Linux

+ Experience with installing PKI certs

+ Create/Maintain bash scripts to dump and load databases

+ Use SALT to deploy config files to end node and do various interrogations (ping, DNS)


Clearance Requirement:


+ Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly


Physical Requirements:


+ Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.

+ Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

+ Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer.
MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.