Senior Linux Administrator

Job Locations US-NM-Albuquerque
ID
2024-3375
Category
Information Technology
Type
Full Time

Overview

Edgewater Federal Solutions is seeking a Senior Linux Administrator to support the IT program at a major national laboratory. In this position you will work with a team that provides computing capabilities and in-depth support for scientific and engineering applications. The team builds and maintains user environments, delivers subject matter expert support, and application-level software and tools to the scientific and engineering communities.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Linux Administration duties
  • Perform installations and patching of Linux operating systems
  • Assist customers with the installation and updates of applications
  • Install software and troubleshoot software install issues
  • Monitor systems and preform hardware troubleshooting, tracking, resolution, and routine maintenance and security updates
  • Perform system backups and provide data recovery

To accomplish this, you will need an extensive background in Linux server administration and issue resolution along with strong hardware/software troubleshooting skills.  Experience with Bash shell scripting. Experience/knowledge working with Containers. And finally, knowledge and understanding of best practices and IT operations.

Qualifications

  • BS/BA degree with a minimum two years’ experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting. Certificates can assist in offsetting experience requirements.
  • In lieu of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience is applicable.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required per contract to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy Q clearance.
  • Minimum two years’ experience with Linux (RedHat or Ubuntu) and are capable of OS installation, network configuration, and package/patch management.
  • Experience with creating, running, and managing Ansible playbooks.
  • Proven track record of problem solving using strong critical thinking, analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong technical aptitude and ability to research and solve complex issues independently
  • Working knowledge and experience with bash shell scripting and other languages (Python, Perl, or Ruby)
  • Experience in another IT field, such as Storage, Networking, Databases, or Cyber Security
  • Ability to work seamlessly within a team as an active contributor.
  • Strong verbal and written customer service and communications skills
  • Knowledge of, and desire to follow IT Operations best practices and procedures such as issue management and incident response
  • Familiar with information security best practices

About Us: 

Edgewater Federal Solutions is a privately held government contracting firm located in Frederick, MD. The company was founded in 2002 with the vision of being highly recognized and admired for supporting customer missions through employee empowerment, exceptional services and timely delivery. Edgewater Federal Solutions is ISO 9001, 20000-1, 270001 certified, appraised at CMMI Level 3 Maturity for Development and Services, and has been named in the Top Workplaces in the Greater Washington Area Small Companies for 2018 through 2024.

 

It has been and continues to be the policy of Edgewater Federal Solutions to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, and/or other statuses protected by applicable law.

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