What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Linux System Administrator - IRES position at INNOVIM?
INNOVIM Defense Services is seeking a Senior Linux System Administrator to join our team in supporting the Integrated Research and Development for Enterprise Solutions (IRES) program at the Missile Defense Agency (MDA).
Location: Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Evening Shift: Typically, 1400-2000
Job Closes: 4/1/25
The candidate will:
- Build, configure, deploy, administer, maintain and troubleshoot virtual and physical servers/systems.
- Ensure system changes are completed in accordance with developer documentation, configuration management and documentation practices.
- Utilize and follow developer-provided documentation to build and configure server/system hardware and software to baseline specifications.
- Research technologies and leverage optimization techniques to ensure systems operate efficiently.
- Perform necessary physical inspections and research using system/event logs and appropriate tools/software to identify problems, trends and aid in troubleshooting actions.
- Assist integration managers in problem definition and root cause analysis as needed.
- Provide timely updates to appropriate team leads, managers and stakeholders on status of tasks and troubleshooting efforts.
- Make recommendations to plan, develop and execute work plans that achieve critical-path requirements.
- Collaborate and communicate with internal and external team members and customers as needed.
- Identify developer-documentation errors and provide to appropriate channels / personnel for correction.
- Use REMEDY ticketing system to report, track and document problem and resolution life-cycle actions on faulty systems.
- Perform evening shift work, typically 1400-2000 but may change to meet off-hour mission activities.
- Occasional off shift, extended or weekend support may be required.
- Occasional local travel may be required to support off-site customers and projects.
Basic Requirements:
- Must have one of the following combinations of education and experience: HS Diploma (or GED) and 16 years of general experience; Associate’s degree and 14 years of general experience; Bachelor’s degree and 12 years of general experience; Master’s degree and 10 years of general experience
- Must have 9 years of directly related experience in IT systems, installing and configuring operating systems and virtual machines, and troubleshooting
- Must have 3 year of experience working in a management or leadership role
- Must have experience building, configuring and deploying servers/systems using VMware 7.0 (or higher)
- Must have administration experience on RHEL 7 and 8 using Command Line Interface
- Must have a current DoD approved 8570 Level II certification such as Security CE
- Must have an active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Desired Requirements:
- Have experience working with Ansible automation
- Have experience configuring and managing NetApp storage devices
- Have network troubleshooting experience
- Have experience implementing Multi Factor Authentication methodology
- Have experience with H P server hardware
- Knowledge of Missile Defense, DoD communications systems and MDIOC operations
- Have Project Management experience
- Degree in an IT or Engineering related discipline
INNOVIM is committed to providing superior work in the fields of science, engineering, data analytics and technology to government agencies. We offer competitive compensation packages, including comprehensive nationwide Medical/Dental/Vision insurance programs, life insurance, matching 401k contribution and Educational/Training support.
