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Linux Administrator - Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance

AMERICAN SYSTEMS
401(k)
United States, Maryland, Bethesda
Jan 18, 2025
Job Title / Level
Linux Administrator - Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance
Clearance Required?
Secret
Location:
Carderock, MD 20817 US (Primary)
% Travel
0 - 10%
Job Description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION is LOOKING FOR: A self-driven, mid-level Linux Administrator candidate with an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to join our Engineering team supporting the United States Navy onsite at Olney, MD.

As a Linux Administrator you will:



  • Work in a dynamic environment with amazing learning and growth potential.
  • Obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance.
  • Receive robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan! (ESOP)
  • Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the
  • future success and growth of the company


A week in the life of a Linux Administrator:



  • 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 to DNS, RADIUS, Apache, MySQL, PHP.
  • Enhance, maintain, and create the tools for the Linux environment and its users.
  • Analyze hardware requirements and make acquiring recommendations.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's level degree in Computer Science, Engineering disciplines
  • 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)


Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:



  • Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
  • Energage National Best Workplaces, National
  • Washington Post Best Workplaces


Veteran Hiring Awards:



  • U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
  • BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
  • TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER by MilitaryFriendly.com


AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - 110,000. 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 (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.


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