ASEC · 14 hours ago
System Administrator
Patuxent River, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expASEC is a company that partners with government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. As a System Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring secure configurations, producing accreditation artifacts, and maintaining hardened baselines with a focus on reliability and long-term system assurance.
AerospaceConsultingLogisticsTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain and secure Linux operating system environments in compliance with DISA STIGs to support classified mission systems
Support RMF and ATO activities, including vulnerability scanning (ACAS, Evaluate STIG) and development of accreditation artifacts
Maintain and harden VMware ESXi platforms to ensure reliable, secure virtualization infrastructure
Automate system provisioning, configuration management, patching, compliance validation, and reporting using Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform
Apply monthly RHEL updates and sustain hardened baselines in classified environments
Partner with cybersecurity, DevOps, and systems engineering teams to refine processes and improve operational efficiency
Develop and release hardened RHEL templates on a quarterly basis, including documentation required for ATO submissions
Monitor Linux and virtualization platforms for availability, performance, and security to ensure mission continuity
Ensure compliance with DoD RMF, FISMA, NIST 800-53, and DoD SRG requirements
Maintain accurate technical documentation in Confluence and track work in Jira
Operate SolarWinds monitoring and auditing tools to proactively detect anomalies and maintain system integrity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or related IA/CS field from an ABET-accredited institution; in lieu of degree, and additional 3 years of IT experience on DoD classified networks is required
5 years of related System Administration experience is required; 7+ years with no bachelor's degree
Must have a deep level of knowledge and experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Demonstrated experience with Confluence and Jira
Candidates must hold a current IAT-II certification (e.g., Security +, CCNA Security, CySA+) as defined by DoD 8570.01-M
Candidates must also have a current Operating System certification (e.g., Windows Server, Linux+, Red Hat Certified System Administrator, etc.)
This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance
Preferred
Familiarity with SolarWinds monitoring and auditing tools
Familiarity with the Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform
Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners
Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills
Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently
Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities
Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
401(k) with company match
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
Company
ASEC
ASEC is an award-winning, 100% employee-owned business specializing in engineering, IT, training, and logistics, ensuring mission success through specialized expertise and cost-effective solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kristi Rote
Chief Financial Officer
Jared Victory
CIO/Drone Operator
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