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HX5, LLC · 17 hours ago

Linux System Administrator

HX5, LLC is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. They are currently seeking a Linux System Administrator to support the Missile Defense Agency on the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions contract, responsible for building, configuring, and maintaining Linux-based systems.

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Responsibilities

Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers/systems
Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management and documentation practices
Make recommendations to plan, develop and execute work plans that achieve critical-path requirements
Perform necessary physical inspections and research using system/event logs and appropriate tools/software to identify problems, trends and aid in troubleshooting actions
Provide timely updates to appropriate team leads, managers and stakeholders on status of tasks and troubleshooting efforts
Install, configure, and manage RHEL and other Linux-based systems
Assist integration leads and managers in problem definition, analysis, requirement development and implementation as needed
Advise team members and leadership and make appropriate technical recommendations regarding system development issues and improvements, optimization tools and methods, process creation and development, and support efforts
Use REMEDY ticketing system to report, track and document problem and resolution life-cycle actions on faulty systems
Perform evening shift work and weekend duty as needed to meet off-hour mission activities

Qualification

RHEL 8/9 administrationLinux system configurationVirtualization experienceMulti Factor AuthenticationAnsible automationNetApp storage managementSecurity+ CE certificationNetwork troubleshootingSoft skills

Required

Must have 8, or more, years of general (full-time) work experience
Must have 5, or more, years of directly related experience in IT systems, installing and configuring operating systems and virtual machines, and troubleshooting
Must have experience with Multi Factor Authentication methodology
Must have experience building, configuring and deploying servers/systems in a virtualized environment
Must have administration experience on RHEL 8/9 using Command Line Interface
Must be able to interface with software engineers, system engineers, and subject matter experts to solve complex integration and technical problems
Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification such as Security+ CE
Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
Must be able to obtain the required level clearance by date of hire
Must have a valid Driver's License

Preferred

Have experience working with Ansible automation
Have experience configuring and managing NetApp storage devices
Have experience with security patching and software management using RHEL Satellite
Have network troubleshooting experience
Have knowledge of Missile Defense, DoD communications systems and MDIOC operations
Have a degree in an IT or Engineering related discipline

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
401(k) plan with Company Match
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pet Insurance

Company

HX5, LLC

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HX5, LLC has specialized in providing professional support services to meet the needs of Federal Government organizations since its incorporation in 2004.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Margarita Howard
CEO & President
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