JOB SUMMARYnnIn this role, you will analyze existing systems and maintain, define, design, develop, and implement moderately complex technical products and systems.nnESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES:nnAnalyze system architecture and develop solutions to issues within the constraints imposed by the limitations of the current hardwarennParticipate in gathering functional and performative requirements for all business-related matters, products, and services that are associated with federal customers and GSI Service GroupnnManage Linux systems hosted on both bare metal hardware and virtual machines, including the applications, processes, and services that the system supports or may support in the futurennDesign and implement solutions on systems that host both new and legacy technology in accordance with current regulation and mission requirementsnnReview system logs and identify potential issuesnnMonitor the day-to-day operational status of all applications as defined by the mission requirementsnnInstall government-provided software patches and updates to managed systemsnnInstall and configure new systems and platformsnnPerform security management functions in accordance with reports generated both internally and by federal organizationsnnDiscuss alternative solutions when current software or application implementation does not fully meet mission criteria, causes system instability, or poorly manages resource allocationnnFamiliar with POAMs, STIG Checklist, government processes and proceduresnnRespond to security incidents promptly and with purposennCommunicate effectively with users, customers, team members, other IT professionals, and management.nnBe responsible, autonomous, and seeking to improve your own level of knowledgennInvestigate current security concerns and exploits within the IT and software development communitiesnnMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTSnnBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent experiencenn3+ years of experience in System Administration or a related fieldnnExperience with a variety of administrative tools and technologiesnnExperience with MySQL or PostgreSQL database management is preferrednnStrong understanding of security principles, vulnerability analysis, and permission controlnnExcellent problem-solving and analytical skillsnnStrong communication and interpersonal skillsnnExperience with administration of Linux servers inclusive of applications, processes the system supports.nnExperience with Linux RHELnnDoD 8570 IAT II compliant (Security+ certified preferred, etc.)nnAbility to obtain and maintain a T3/T5 Security Clearance