Linux Systems Administrator - SECRET

Are you an experienced Linux Systems Administrator with demonstrated experience in the execution of distributed Operational Training (OT), which can encompass warfighters in Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) training environments? Then we have a great opportunity for you to join our growing team in Des Moines, IA!

As a Linux Systems Administrator, you will:

• Be able to create realistic and relevant operational training opportunities to AF Total Force joint warfighter participants via distributive means
• Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company.
• Work with the latest, cutting-edge technology
• Have a direct impact on the success of a National Priority Program
• Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.

A week in the life of a Linux Systems Administrator includes:

• Serve as the Linux expert for all devices running in a Linux environment
• Deploy, configure, and maintain systems, including software installation, update and core services
• Operate running systems, start, and stop virtual machines and controlling services
• Manage users and groups, including use of a centralized directory for authentication

• Bachelor's Degree and five (5) to eight (8) years of related experience; a combination of education and experience can be used in lieu of degree
• SECRET clearancel
• Must maintain Security certification
• DISA ACAS Training/Certified
• Certifiable knowledge of PC operations in Linux based operating systems
• Experience configuring software, modifying software configuration and performing basic configuration management IAW all STIGs and other Cybersecurity requirements
• Experience with operating systems and relational database management systems such as SQL Server
• Experience managing Storage Arrays, file and Virtual Machine backups
• Experience updating and patching Windows and Linux Operating Systems and software applications in an off-line environment
• Experience building and updating Virtual Desktop Interface technologies, VMware, Linux, physical computers, virtual machines and working LAN experience
• Experience analyzing network traffic and troubleshooting DIS/HLA packets using Wireshark, DPA, or similar software tools
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience with working general knowledge of Powershell and Scripting
• A minimum of three (3) years of employment experience of computer/networking related experience within the past five (5) years

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
• Washington Post Best Workplaces
• nd Virtual Machine backups
• Experience building and updating Virtual Desktop Interface technologies, VMware, MS Windows and Linux, physical computers, virtual machines and working LAN experience

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com