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Linux Administrator - SME

Dexian Signature Federal

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Job Requirements

Springfield, VA
Intel Agency (NSA, CIA, FBI, etc) CI Polygraph
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
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Job Description

Dexian/SignatureFederal has an opportunity available for a Linux Administrator SME to provide Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) based High Performance Computing (HPC) services in support of a defense customer. The Linux Administrator will provide support to contract teams, users and customers to ensure the systems meet requirements and fully support each program’s
needs.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Automation of all tasking, debugging, and other day-to-day functions.
• Create backups and migrate them to tape for long term storage.
• Work with users one-on-one to solve their access and computer problems.
• Install software libraries functioning in RHEL/SE Linux environment using Bash and/or Expect scripting built from a template while following program procedures.
• Apply best practices in software engineering, delivering projects on time and with excellent quality.
• Provide support to security and administration staff as well as end users to resolve issues.
• Modify existing scripting to correct errors and/or improve performance.
• Provide SME level Linux support to the O&M staff.
• Create and/or update comprehensive documentation on all aspects of the required computer support.

Basic Qualifications (must possess most of the qualifications listed below)
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience developing system software in heterogeneous, multi-platform environments.
• Proficiency in Bourne/Bash and Expect scripting.
• Proficiency in debugging issues with the Linux kernel including examining source code, system logs, and using tools such a crash and systemtap.
• Experience with managing Satellite repositories to apply patches and build custom kernels as required to implement functionality or address security concerns.
• Familiarity with automating approaches to configuring and maintaining (e.g. patching) systems using Ansible and Satellite Server.
• Understanding and experience working with identity management systems including LDAP and token-based authentication systems.
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated problem-solving ability.

This position requires an active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance for consideration

Education
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or an AIS degree required.

Location
• The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated customer location in Springfield, VA.

Benefits
• Dexian/SignatureFederal offers excellent benefits including Health, Vision, and Dental insurance, matching 401k, and generous PTO/holidays.

Dexian/SignatureFederal is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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