System Administrator, Linux

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for a System Administrator, Linux to support our government customer located in Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.

The System Administrator, Linux is responsible for installing, configuring, and supporting computer systems and networks to ensure availability, performance, and security. This role may involve managing GovCloud environments, standalone environments, as well as connections to external networks such as NIPRNET, SIPRNET, DREN, JWICS, and NSA.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• System Management
  • Install and configure Linux environments and systems including back-end processes and scripts. Ensure configurations are in line with C5ISR policies and procedures for systems across various networks (DREN, NIPRnet, SIPRnet, JWICS, laboratory networks), and that permissions, policies, performance, and reviews are consistent with standards.
  • Monitor system performance and availability.
  • Implement system security measures; review logs and identify issues.
  • Provide administration, refactoring support, architecture, planning, and execution of required cloud computing aspects, such as building and maintaining registered applications in an Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure environment.
  • Maintain system documentation.
  • Conduct system upgrades and patches.
• Infrastructure Support
  • Configure and maintain storage systems
  • Provide support for registered application development environments, including setting up new servers, configuring services as needed, decommissioning legacy or unnecessary servers, configuring registered application environments, and testing and troubleshooting as required.
  • Coordinate support responses with the local Network Enterprise Center (NEC) for the submission and management of ticket requests to NEC regarding issues related to virtual machine creation, performance issues, changes in hardware resource allocation, and POAs, waivers, and exceptions.
  • Align managed systems concerning Linux operating systems, images, containers, PODs, Nodes, or other applicable cloud computing technologies, registered applications, and supporting application technologies to current DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG)/security requirements guides (SRG), and applicable guidance concerning the cybersecurity posture of administered information systems within the applicable network in which the systems in question reside.
  • VMware ESXi server administration support to include but not limited to: creating and updating VM templates, building new servers as needed, and managing resource allocation on ESXi host.
  • Coordinate with DREN Network Operations Center (NOC) to troubleshoot connectivity issues and DREN network configuration changes/updates.
• Technical Support
  • Provide required support to ACAS scans/ IA vulnerability alert compliance/McAfee ESS/ server to include, but not limited to: approving and managing updates, remediating findings of IA compliance scans, ensuring clients are updated and compliant, and responding to fragmentary orders and operational orders.
  • Apply current operating system patches and security patches electronically or manually to meet Cybersecurity compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field
• Required certifications including Security+ CE. Other certifications desired but not required, such as:
  • SecurityX / CASP+
  • CCNP Security
  • CISA
  • FITSP-O
  • GICSP
  • SSCP
• Five plus (5+) years of system administration experience
• Relevant certifications such as:
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
  • CompTIA Server+
  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active Top Secret (SCI) clearance is required

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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