Senior Systems Administrator (Unix/Linux)

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is a dynamic and rapidly growing government contractor committed to delivering innovative IT solutions that address the mission-critical needs of our government clients. Through the expertise and dedication of our talented team, we provide cutting-edge technology services designed to achieve success and exceed expectations.

At DVS, we prioritize our employees as our greatest asset. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) match, generous PTO accrual, professional development reimbursement, corporate-funded technology certifications, and robust employee recognition and appreciation programs.

Location: Dahlgren, VA (Onsite) Clearance: Active Top Secret required

Position Overview

DirectViz Solutions (DVS) is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator (Unix/Linux) to support system administration and management operations for a range of enterprise and fleet environments. This role provides high-level support for system operations, configuration, security, and performance tuning across diverse operating systems and hardware platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide system administration and management support for various hardware and operating systems (e.g., Windows, RedHat, RedHawk, macOS, HPUX, Solaris, AIX, OpenVMS, CentOS, and real-time operating systems).
• Support a variety of desktop and mobile IT hardware architectures including VAX, ALPHA, SPARC, x86, PA-RISC, and Concurrent systems.
• Manage and maintain local and remote terminal and thin client solutions, including thin clients, zero clients, VT/X terminals, and terminal servers.
• Provide support for IT peripherals such as tape drives, optical drives (CD/DVD/Blu-Ray), flash media drives, printers, print servers, and plotters.
• Perform system backup and recovery, software management, and security administration.
• Oversee installation and configuration of hardware, operating systems, and COTS software.
• Conduct performance tuning, troubleshooting, and resource allocation across multiple computing environments.
• Apply network and cybersecurity best practices, leveraging tools such as firewalls and vulnerability detection systems.
• Manage network protocols including TCP/IP and ensure alignment with DoD security standards.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in system administration of networks and software systems in complex enterprise environments.
• Proven experience in backup and recovery, security management, and configuration control.
• Knowledge of network protocols, vulnerabilities, and attack detection methods.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and network-related issues.
• Must meet DoD 8570 requirements for IAT Level III certification.
• Active Top Secret clearance required.

Certifications (One or more required):

• CASP
• CISA
• CISSP (or Associate)
• GCED
• GCIH

Preferred Education

• Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems.

If you thrive on solving complex problems and building meaningful connections, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and make an impact today!

Physical and Mental Qualifications:

• Maintain focus and awareness throughout scheduled working hours.
• Perform tasks requiring prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, utilizing a computer, mouse, and keyboard.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Exhibit excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong command of the English language.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Quickly learn and retain routine tasks and processes.
• Possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, business correspondence proficiency, and self-management capabilities.
• Perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation will be provided for employees with disabilities upon request.
• Accept and adapt to additional responsibilities or changes to assigned duties as determined by DirectViz Solutions (DVS).

DirectViz Solutions, LLC (DVS) is an equal opportunity employer who prohibits discrimination and harassment against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, , sex (including pregnancy), age, gender identity, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

DVS has a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, threats, coercion, discrimination, and intimidation. Employees may file a complaint or exercise any right protected by Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, or the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998.