What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry-Level Linux Cyber Administrator position at Torch Technologies, Inc.?
Job Description:
The candidate for the Entry-Level Linux Cyber Administrator position will be responsible for maintaining the security posture of accredited information systems (IS) in various physical environments and configurations. Under general supervision, the candidate should have the basic knowledge required to manage the technical aspects of an IS and perform the following activities:
- With minimum supervision, conduct the setup, configuration, maintenance, and day-to-day operation of Linux systems.
- Provide end-user support and general system administration duties for Linux systems, including software installation, troubleshooting hardware/software errors, implementing system updates, vulnerability scans, patch management, managing IS user account listings, and audit review.
- Assist with ensuring systems are operating per security policies and procedures outlined by the ISSM in the applicable SSP and identify deviations from the acceptable configuration.
- Responsible for ensuring configuration management, conducting routine inventories of hardware and software, conducting reoccurring system audits, and monitoring media generation activities.
- Assist with applying STIGs, SCAP scans, data-at-rest encryption, and other hardening tools.
Requirements:
- Bachelors in a related field, or nearing degree completion, and a minimum of two years system administration experience. Experience with system imaging or Python scripting would be a plus.
- Security certification and an OS certification, or willing to obtain within the first 90-days of hire.
- General working knowledge of STIGs, SCAP, and vulnerability scans.
- Demonstrated experience installing and maintaining Linux operating systems.
- Currently active SECRET clearance with the ability to obtain TS.
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