Linux Administrator with Security Clearance

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Job description

Job Description Experience with interacting with customers to handle service inquiries and problems.
Provide technical support, administration, and monitoring of Linux, Microsoft, and Mac systems within a VMware virtual environment.
Provide support for the implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems. Rapidly distinguish isolated user problems from enterprise-wide application/system problems.
Coordinate with customers and stakeholders to collect data, conduct analysis, develop, and implement solutions associated with incident tickets and requirements.
Develop solutions to complex technical issues.
Provide follow-up reports (technical findings, feedback, resolution steps taken) for Root Cause analysis, engineering technical assessment and process improvement initiatives.
Support customer requirements in a 24/7/365 environment and be able to provide on-call support during outages occurring after hours.
Update operations and monitoring documentation for 24/7/365 Operations Watch personnel. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with Hyper Converged Infrastructure (HCI) concepts and solutions such as Dell VXRail
Experience with Tier 2 system administration of server operating systems such as Linux (CentOS, RHEL, or Ubuntu) and Microsoft Server (2012 R2/2016)
Familiarity with supporting virtual desktops running Linux, Microsoft Windows, and/or MacOS
Experience with Scripting/Automation through Linux Shell scripts, PowerShell, PowerCLI, or other scripting languages
Experience troubleshooting issues in a growing environment
Experience with log reviews, incident analysis, and identification of issue trends
Experience with server patch management methodologies
Time management skills with the ability to work within an IT Service Management/ticketing system (ServiceNow) independently
Ability to triage and properly classify incidents and prioritize work efforts accordingly
Strong oral and written communications skills
Track record of working effectively within a team, and support to peers toward improved processes and results
Candidate must, at a minimum, meet DoD 8570.11- IAT Level II certification requirements (currently Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, GSEC, or SSCP) The candidate must have Bachelor's Degree with 6 years of prior relevant experience or a Master's Degree with 4 years of prior relevant experience. Years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree. Certification relating to VMware (VCA/VCP), Microsoft Server Administration (MCSA), Linux Administration (Linux+), or Mac Administration (ACSP) a plus This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret) Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required o Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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