Linux Systems Administrator (Laurel, MD)

**Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED** Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.
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Telework: None

Basic Requirements:

• Security+ Cert
• 15 years of experience as a System Administrator
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
  • 5 additional years of experience as a System Administrator may be substituted for a degree

Job Description:

• Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems.
• Provides support to IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
• Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.
• Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers.
• Provides support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process.
• Configures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.

Required Experience:

• • Hands-on experience operating and administration of various Linux OS (i.e. RHEL9, Talos)
  • Experience with building host image templates with automation tools (i.e. Terraform, Packer, SALT, Ansible, RHEL Satellite, Jumphost)
  • Experience with Trellix Endpoint Security and Firewall, Nessus Security Center, UAM, rsyslog and auditd
  • Working knowledge of DISA STIGs, CVEs, and IAVAs for STE/STN compliance
  • Working knowledge of PKI infrastructure and authentication/authorization processes
  • Working knowledge of certificate, DNS, and IP management
  • Understanding of VMware vSphere vCenter, vSphere API and related services
  • Understanding of Amazon AWS EC2, EC2 API and related services
  • Basic understanding of containerization concepts and operations, i.e. Docker and Kubernetes
  • Basic understanding of GitOps development and CI/CD (Gitlab)
  • Experience scripting with Python, PowerShell, or Bash

Salary: $165,000 - $175,000 annually

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Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents - available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match - immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position