What are the responsibilities and job description for the Linux Systems Administrator position at TEKsystems?
*****This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret/SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)*****
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****Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required****
*Description*
Mission:
We are currently seeking a highly qualified individual to provide support as a System Administrator. Force Tracking Mission Management Center (FT MMC) Team Awareness Kit (TAK) Operations Support Specialist provides operational and technical expertise in supporting mission-critical systems. The position focuses on ensuring seamless integration, data exchange, and operational readiness between TAK and the Force Tracking Advanced Management System (FTAMS). The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing TAK deployments, maintaining system reliability, and optimizing interoperability between TAK and FTAMS to enhance situational awareness and operational decision-making.
Responsibilities:
* System Administration: Manage and maintain Linux-based servers, ensuring optimal performance, uptime, and reliability. Implement system updates, patches, and configurations.
* Network Integration: Design, deploy, and maintain secure computer networking systems in alignment with military and organizational requirements.
* System Design and Analysis: Provide expertise in the integration and analysis of military electronics, super-minicomputers, microcomputers, and digital/graphic display systems.
* Security Management: Implement and maintain system security protocols, ensuring compliance with government and organizational standards. Perform risk assessments and mitigate vulnerabilities in line with Top Secret/SCI security requirements.
* Troubleshooting and Support: Identify and resolve system performance issues, ensuring continuity of operations. Provide technical support and expertise to other team members and stakeholders.
* Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and updates. Provide regular reports on system performance and security.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* A minimum of four years of progressively complex experience in the design, integration, and analysis of one, some, or all the following:
* Military electronics
* Computer networking
* Super-minicomputers
* Microcomputers
* Digital and graphic display systems
* Security Clearance: Current Top Secret/SCI clearance is mandatory.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related scientific field of study from an accredited college or university.
* Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for automation and systems management.
* Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM, Docker).
* Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
* In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles and tools for secure system management.
* Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work in high-pressure environments.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration and reporting.
*Skills*
system administrator, windows administration, STIGs, Linux, Active directory, Red hat, Ansible, Clearance, Top Secret, Secret Security Clearance, eMass, certification, accreditation, compliance, inspection, rmf, Risk Management, disa, stig, Information Security, Cyber Security, aws, RHEL, Systems engineering, Cloud, Linux administration, Tactical Assault Kit, TAK
*Top Skills Details*
* Manage and maintain Linux-based servers
* Network Integration - Design, deploy, and maintain secure computer networking systems in alignment with military and organizational requirements. such as but Military electronics, Computer networking, Super-minicomputers, Microcomputers, Digital and graphic display systems
* TS/SCI
* 8570 compliant
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or other relevant field of study, or 5 years equivalent experience
* Configuring, managing, and troubleshooting TAK applications to support operational requirements, ensuring continuous functionality for mission-critical tasks.
* An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment
*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $60.10
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*
This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO.
*Application Deadline*
This position will be accepting applications until Feb 6, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
* *
****Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required****
*Description*
Mission:
We are currently seeking a highly qualified individual to provide support as a System Administrator. Force Tracking Mission Management Center (FT MMC) Team Awareness Kit (TAK) Operations Support Specialist provides operational and technical expertise in supporting mission-critical systems. The position focuses on ensuring seamless integration, data exchange, and operational readiness between TAK and the Force Tracking Advanced Management System (FTAMS). The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing TAK deployments, maintaining system reliability, and optimizing interoperability between TAK and FTAMS to enhance situational awareness and operational decision-making.
Responsibilities:
* System Administration: Manage and maintain Linux-based servers, ensuring optimal performance, uptime, and reliability. Implement system updates, patches, and configurations.
* Network Integration: Design, deploy, and maintain secure computer networking systems in alignment with military and organizational requirements.
* System Design and Analysis: Provide expertise in the integration and analysis of military electronics, super-minicomputers, microcomputers, and digital/graphic display systems.
* Security Management: Implement and maintain system security protocols, ensuring compliance with government and organizational standards. Perform risk assessments and mitigate vulnerabilities in line with Top Secret/SCI security requirements.
* Troubleshooting and Support: Identify and resolve system performance issues, ensuring continuity of operations. Provide technical support and expertise to other team members and stakeholders.
* Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of system configurations, processes, and updates. Provide regular reports on system performance and security.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* A minimum of four years of progressively complex experience in the design, integration, and analysis of one, some, or all the following:
* Military electronics
* Computer networking
* Super-minicomputers
* Microcomputers
* Digital and graphic display systems
* Security Clearance: Current Top Secret/SCI clearance is mandatory.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related scientific field of study from an accredited college or university.
* Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for automation and systems management.
* Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM, Docker).
* Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
* In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity principles and tools for secure system management.
* Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work in high-pressure environments.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective collaboration and reporting.
*Skills*
system administrator, windows administration, STIGs, Linux, Active directory, Red hat, Ansible, Clearance, Top Secret, Secret Security Clearance, eMass, certification, accreditation, compliance, inspection, rmf, Risk Management, disa, stig, Information Security, Cyber Security, aws, RHEL, Systems engineering, Cloud, Linux administration, Tactical Assault Kit, TAK
*Top Skills Details*
* Manage and maintain Linux-based servers
* Network Integration - Design, deploy, and maintain secure computer networking systems in alignment with military and organizational requirements. such as but Military electronics, Computer networking, Super-minicomputers, Microcomputers, Digital and graphic display systems
* TS/SCI
* 8570 compliant
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or other relevant field of study, or 5 years equivalent experience
* Configuring, managing, and troubleshooting TAK applications to support operational requirements, ensuring continuous functionality for mission-critical tasks.
* An active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment
*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
*Pay and Benefits*
The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $60.10
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
* Medical, dental & vision
* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
* Short and long-term disability
* Health Spending Account (HSA)
* Transportation benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*
This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO.
*Application Deadline*
This position will be accepting applications until Feb 6, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $48 - $60
