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General Dynamics Mission Systems · 1 month ago

Advanced Systems Administration Specialist

Bloomington, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$106K/yr - $115K/yr

5+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in high technology solutions that support national security. The Advanced Systems Administration Specialist will focus on Linux systems, providing technical support and system administration to ensure optimal performance and security of server environments.

AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as a front-line interface to users with technical issues

Conducting systems analysis and development to keep systems current with evolving technologies

Installing new software

Troubleshooting

Granting permissions to applications

Training users

Performing server administration for physical and virtual Linux server operating systems

Configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting physical and virtual hardware and network-related interfaces on servers

Perform OS and vendor software patching on servers

Monitor physical and virtual server performance using monitoring tools

Qualification

Linux AdministrationRedHat LinuxAnsibleVMware vSphereNetwork AdministrationNAS DevicesSTIG ComplianceScriptingGitlabJIRAConfluenceCreative ThinkingTeam Player

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire

U.S. citizenship is required

Broad understanding of the interrelationships within the IT environment with a focus on server and services

Advanced understanding of Linux server-based operating systems

Enhanced troubleshooting skills within the Linux server OS as well as both networking and storage technologies

Experience with deploying and maintaining RedHat Linux/Ubuntu/Server environments

Experience with implementing Linux security controls to maintain system compliance

Experience installing, configuring, and writing Ansible playbooks for automation supporting infrastructure production and development environments

Experience managing virtual machines with VMware vSphere and related technologies

Experience with Network Administration

Experience with Network Attached Storage (NAS) Devices

Familiarity with development and engineering tools to include Gitlab, JIRA, Confluence

Familiarity with compliance controls: STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides), RMF (Risk Management Framework), DFARS (Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement), NIST SP 800-171, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)

Familiarity with deploying and maintaining Windows Client/Server environments

Working knowledge to create and run scripts to automate repetitive processes

Preferred

Expert working knowledge of Linux Administration

Experience with deployment and sustainment of physical and virtual Linux Development Environments

Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task

Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success

Commitment to ongoing professional development

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Competitive benefits

Recognition and rewards for contributions

Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

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General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1952

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees