System Administrator

Job Description
Job #216485

Chipton-Ross is seeking a System Administrator for a contract opportunity in Sunnyvale, CA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• TS/SCI Security Clearance with CI Polygraph Required
• US Citizenship required at this facility
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Must possess a CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8572 qualified certificate (or obtain within the first 60 days of employment)
• Experience with Linux or Unix operating systems
• Install operating system security patches and firmware updates
• Create/manage security groups
• Coordinate hardware repair activities
• Diagnose and resolve hardware/software problems/issues
• Create scripts to automate system administration tasks
• Create/edit Standard Operating Instructions (SOI) documentation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

• Experience with RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) versions 6, 7, 8, & 9
• Experience administering virtual machines with VMWare ESXi
• Performing routine server/workstation patching per guidelines
• Proficiency in automation with shell and Ansible
• Successfully install server and associated hardware
• Successfully install/configure software applications and programs
• Managing servers in a disconnected environment
• Experience with vulnerability remediation and security management (system hardening, log management, configuration management [i.e., Nessus, Trellix, Splunk, SCAP, HBSS])
• Proficiency managing and implementing backup and disaster recovery for Linux systems
• Knowledge of National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) Requirements
• Experience managing Linux systems with NAS/SAN attached storage; ability to troubleshoot storage issues
• Experience implementing and mangaging end user authentication for Linux systems in a mixed authentication environment: NIS & SSSD experience preferred
• Previous experience with any of Solaris, AIX, POWER, SPARC

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Accredited HSD/GED

WORK HOURS

• Full-Time
• 4/10 work schedule
• 1st Shift

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

For more information, please apply or contact:



Zachary Fasano View phone number on click.appcast.io
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Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.