UNIX Systems Administrator

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Systems Administrator to join our team. This individual will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Linux and Windows-based systems in a secure environment. The candidate will possess a Security+ certification and an active Top Secret clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility. Experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) within the last three years is highly desirable.technical and non-technical stakeholders in both independent and team settings. This role is an in-person role that is co-located with our government customer's organization at WPAFB.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain servers and workstations.
• Perform system hardening and security audits to ensure compliance with established security policies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Implement and maintain system backups and disaster recovery procedures.
• Monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Ansible, Bash, Python).
• Collaborate with other IT staff to ensure system stability and availability.
• Provide technical support to end-users.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in systems administration.
• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations and procedures.

Qualifications Required:

• CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI and SAP eligibility
• Working knowledge of Windows server administration.
• Experience with system monitoring and performance tuning.
• Strong scripting skills (Bash, Python preferred).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• 3+ years of experience administering Windows and/or Linux systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).

Preferred:

• Experience with Special Access Programs (SAP) within the last 3 years.
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM).
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• RHCSA Certification.
• Linux+ Certification.
• 6+ years of relevant IT experience and Bachelor's degree in related field OR
• 4+ years of relevant IT experience and Master's degree in related field.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required.

Work Environment:

This is a 100% on-site position.

Interesting Work: Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.

Values: Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.

100% Employee Owned: We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.

Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:

Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year

Flexible schedules

6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually

Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)

Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account

Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement

Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance

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