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Senior Systems Administrator (Unix/ Linux)

First Division Consulting
Dahlgren, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2025

This position is contingent on contract award**

Position Overview:

First Division Consulting is seeking a Senior Unix/Linux Systems Administrator to support a Department of the Navy (DoN) customer in Dahlgren, VA. The selected candidate will play a key role in managing RDT&E (Research, Development, Test & Evaluation) environments, ensuring the functionality, security, and efficiency of Unix/Linux-based systems, networks, and software infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in Unix/Linux system administration, backup and recovery, network security protocols, and troubleshooting techniques. This role involves hardware and software installations, security management, and resource allocation, requiring a strong understanding of firewalls, vulnerabilities, and advanced detection methods.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Administer and maintain Unix/Linux systems to ensure reliability, security, and performance.
  • Manage system backup and recovery processes to prevent data loss and ensure business continuity.
  • Perform hardware and software installations, configurations, and updates for RDT&E environments.
  • Oversee security management, including firewall configurations, network security tools, and vulnerability mitigation.
  • Conduct troubleshooting, performance tuning, and resource allocation to optimize system functionality.
  • Implement and monitor TCP/IP network protocols and security measures to protect sensitive information.
  • Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to enhance system security and defense strategies.
  • Maintain compliance with DoD security standards and system accreditation requirements.

Required Qualifications:

    • Six (6) years of professional experience in Unix/Linux system administration for networks and software systems.
    • Experience in:
      • System backup and recovery procedures.
      • Basic software management and security management.
      • Library management, resource allocation, and network troubleshooting.
      • Installation and configuration of hardware, operational systems, and COTS software.
      • Operating systems in different environments and performance tuning.
    • Expertise in network protocols, including TCP/IP, and major network security tools.
    • Strong knowledge of cybersecurity vulnerabilities, attack methods, and detection techniques.
    • Active Top Secret (TS) clearance with SCI eligibility.
    • One of the following IT certifications:
      • CASP (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner)
      • CCNP Security (Cisco Certified Network Professional Security)
      • CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)

Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience supporting DoD or government RDT&E environments.
    • Familiarity with Linux automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
    • Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
    • Experience with cloud-based Unix/Linux system administration.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, holidays, PTO and 401(k) plan with company match.

FirstDiv is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law.

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