E01-B02 Linux Systems Administrator SME with Security Clearance

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Job description

Linux Systems Administrator SME
Start Date: Immediate
At EXPANSIA, we are focused on partnering with America's top companies to acquire new
talent with speed, accuracy, and a differentiated pricing model. We pride ourselves in acquiring
top talent to ensure our clients' competitive advantage. EXPANSIA is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) delivering
exceptional strategy and technology integration services to the U.S. Federal Government. We
support several Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Agencies across the CONUS. OVERVIEW
Full-time/Permanent Employee
Location: Stennis Space Center (Hancock County), MS EXPANSIA is searching for a Linux Systems Administrator SME to work with the Navy's
Department of Defense Supercomputing Resource Center (DSRC) and be part of a team that
supports some of the world's most complex and technically advanced systems. This role offers
you the chance to work on cutting-edge technology in a mission-centered environment. You'll
have the opportunity to play a pivotal role in maintaining the infrastructure that drives key
research and development for the Department of Defense. We are looking for a Linux Systems
Administrator SME to join our team and provide expert-level support for critical systems,
services, and devices in both classified and unclassified spaces. This position involves working
closely with other infrastructure teams to ensure system availability, reliability, and security in a
high-performance computing (HPC) environment. Responsibilities include: Provide full lifecycle support for the entire Linux infrastructure across classified and unclassified spaces. Assist with the implementation and support of security policies to ensure compliance with DoD standards. Perform troubleshooting and resolution of complex hardware and software issues. Administer and support email servers in classified and unclassified environments. EXPANSIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities , Handle user management tasks, including account creation, permissions, and security protocols and tools such as Kerberos. Collaborate with the networking team to ensure seamless integration and performance. We are looking for candidates with the following skills and qualifications: Technical Expertise: You have in-depth experience with Linux server administration, particularly in high-security environments, and are comfortable working with both classified and unclassified systems. Collaboration: You work well in a team and can communicate effectively with network engineers, security specialists, and other infrastructure teams. Problem-Solving: You are skilled in identifying issues, troubleshooting, and implementing effective solutions in a timely manner. Automation Skills: Experience with scripting languages like Bash, Python, or Perl and tools such as Puppet or Ansible to automate system administration tasks. Security Awareness: Strong understanding of security practices, particularly in a DoD environment. Familiarity with STIGs. Adaptability: You are comfortable working in a dynamic environment with rapidly changing priorities. Documentation: Excellent ability to document processes, procedures, and system configurations. The proposed salary range for this position is $106,000-133,000. There are a host of factors
that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor
categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and
competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the
flexibility EXPANSIA allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer
competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique
mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and
retirement and savings. KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Clearance: Top Secret
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related
discipline and 4 years of experience
Substitutions: High School Diploma and 8+ years of experience, Associate's Degree and 6+
years of experience, Master's Degree and 2+ years of experience and or PhD with no years of
experience can be substituted. 4+ years of professional experience in Linux/Unix system administration EXPANSIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities , DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification required- Security + and OS cert, Linux+, RedHat, etc. (waiver may be provided to obtain the OS certification) General knowledge of Linux and general Unix operating systems concepts as well as systems administration experience Ability to develop and maintain documentation on system administration procedures for routine and complex tasks PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Experience supporting virtual machines, mass storage, and email servers Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls) Familiarity with DoD security guidelines and requirements (STIGs, FISMA, etc.) Experience with automation and scripting (Puppet, Ansible, Bash, Python, Perl) Experience working in a classified environment Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and infrastructure issues EXPANSIA is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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