Linux Administrator

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  • American Systems
Job Summary
Location
Gaithersburg ,MD 20883
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
15 Mar 2025
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Job Description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with onsite system design personnel to implement new system software and hardware.
  • Maintain and develop Linux infrastructure technology.
  • Deliver 24x7x365 uptime service.
  • Provide systems administration-related solutions.
  • Maintain best practices for managing services and computer systems.
  • Monitor system performance and capacity planning.
  • Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, network hardware, and workstations.
  • Install and configure Linux systems, back-end databases, and scripts.
  • Perform system maintenance by reviewing error logs.
  • Provide technical and troubleshooting support for service problems.
  • Create system backups and new stored procedures.
  • Develop and maintain system recovery procedures.
  • Install and maintain system security.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems.
  • Maintain all internet requests inclusive of DNS, RADIUS, Apache, MySQL, and PHP.
  • Enhance, maintain, and create the tools for the Linux environment and its users.
  • Analyze hardware requirements and make acquiring recommendations.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s level degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
  • At least five (5) years of experience in Linux Administration (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu), including extensive knowledge of Linux server setup, deployment, and maintenance, as well as a firm understanding of networking protocols and server security mechanisms.
  • IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP).
  • Programming skills (RedHat, Java).

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $78,100.00/Yr. - USD $164,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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