Are you an experienced Linux Systems Administrator a Top Secret Clearance and 4 years of demonstrated experience supporting DoD requirements? Join our team at China Lake, CA! 

As a Linux Systems Administrator you will:

• Perform high level functional and IT analysis.
• Manage daily activities of configuration and operation of business systems which may be mainframe, mini, or client/server, based.
• Optimize system operation and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan. 

A week in the life of a Linux Systems Administrator: 

• Provides assistance to users in accessing and using computer system.
• Maintains organization’s servers and workstations. Installs new software releases, system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches and resolves software related problems.
• Performs system backups and recovery.
• Maintains data files and monitors system configuration to ensure data integrity.
• Applies principles and methods to difficult problems in technical areas to arrive at automated solutions.
• Designs and prepares technical reports and related documentation and makes charts and graphs to record results.
• Prepares and delivers presentations and briefings.
• Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups.
• Analyze system resource consumption and take corrective action as necessary.
• Administer user accounts to properly control access to the systems.

• Bachelors’ degree from an accredited college or university with a curriculum or major field of study in computer science, information system plus four (2) years of task related experience in Linux Administration; OR
• Four (4) years task related experience
• Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• All System Administrators require the clearance and capability to perform duties on networks operating at the SIPR, SCI and SAP levels.

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification such as

• Security CE (Continuing Education)
• SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner)
• GSEC Certification
• GICSP (Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional)
• CySA ** (Cybersecurity Analyst)
• CCNA Security (Cisco Certified Network Associate - Security)

Linux Certification such as:

• Linux
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• Linux Professional Institute (LPL) level 1 (Exam 101) certification.

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100 locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies 
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National 
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• GOLD AWARD by U.S. Department of Labor HIRE Vets Medallion Program
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER by MilitaryFriendly.com
• BEST FOR VETS EMPLOYER by Military Times

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $66,100 - $139,300. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.