What are the responsibilities and job description for the Linux System Administrator position at Apex Systems?
Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified by sending an updated resume to Jordan at jdobrinsky@apexsystems.com.
**Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted
Position: Linux Administrator
Location: Dahlgren, VA
Estimated Duration: The client approximates that this project may last up to 6 month contract to hire. However, there is no guarantee of employment for any length of time.
Salary Range: $115,000-$120,000
Project Descriptions: Our client seeks a Linux Administrator to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. The Linux Administrator is responsible for system administration and customer support of servers and workstations in a Research, Development, and Testing and Evaluation (RDT&E) environment.
Day to Day Responsibilities/typical day look like:
- Providing technical problem-solving and in-depth consulting for system operations.
- Will work as part of a team responsible for the administration and management of servers, end-user workstations, and potentially clustered systems operating in both unclassified and classified network environments.
- Analysis, design, and implementation of modifications to the system software in order to improve system performance, correct errors, or fulfill specific needs.
- Participate in planning new hardware acquisitions, developing operating policy, interacting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization.
- Work closely with scientists and engineers to help them use workstations and servers to solve their computationally intensive problems.
- Support of individual user workstations and associated software will be required.
- Linux Admin will provide support for application installation, licenses management, software tracking/distribution and backup/recovery of system configurations and user data files. Assist users in applying for accounts, and approving user access.
Requirements:
- A minimum of two to five (2-5) years of demonstrated experience in system administration of Linux-based workstations.
- DOD issued Secret Security Clearance
- Must have well-developed Linux system management skills.
- Must have experience with hardware experience with HP and Dell systems.
- Must meet DoD 8570 Information Assurance Workforce (IAWF) criteria or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification at the time of hire.
- Must have demonstrated experience working in an environment with rapidly changing job priorities.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to lift up to 10-20 pounds
- Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
- Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
*Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution*
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
- Hospitalization Coverage
- Direct Deposit
- Weekly Pay Periods
- Training and Development Programs
- 401k
- Referral Program
Salary : $115,000 - $120,000
