Linux Systems Administrator (Linthicum, MD)

**Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED** Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.


Telework: None


Basic Requirements:

• Security+ Cert
• 10 years of experience as a System Administrator
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline
  • 5 additional years of experience as a System Administrator may be substituted for a degree

Job Description:

• Creates, and maintains RedHat Linux virtual machines running in a cloud infrastructure (Amazon AWS).
• Evaluates systems for IAVA compliance and applies necessary security updates/patches.
• Performs command line system administration tasks on virtual machines.
• Handles regular system backups and periodically tests backups for functionality.
• Communicates with developers and dev ops team members to provide system administration support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Apply patches and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot server issues.
• Administer customer accounts
• Deploy monitoring tools.
• Deploy applications and tools.
• Assist with escalated customer tickets.
• Installation and cabling of equipment

Required Experience:

• Linux command line system administration (CentOS, RedHat, Amazon Linux, or equivalent)
• Experience applying system updates via yum or equivalent patching repository
• Experience working within a cloud environment a plus (Amazon AWS, Azure, or equivalent cloud infrastructure with virtual machines)
• Experience or knowledge of RedSeal Network Mapping tool a plus
• Knowledge of software deployed on systems a plus but not required (Elasticsearch, Docker, Kubernetes, Nifi)

Desired Experience:

• Syslog/NxLog
• Nagios or other similar monitoring applications
• Scripting experience (Python/Perl)

Salary: $180,000 - $190,000 annually


Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents - available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match - immediate vesting.


Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.


Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a full time position