Linux Systems Administrator

Linux System AdministratorBridge Defense is redefining how modern defense technology is delivered. Based in Washington, D.C., we are built for the dynamic mission environment facing the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and federal law enforcement agencies. We provide full-spectrum national security solutions that combine secure infrastructure, cleared talent, and mission-ready software to meet evolving defense challenges.Summary: Bridge Defense seeks a highly qualified Linux System Administrator to support for administration of the operational Cross Domain Solution (CDS) environment located at the Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center (FNMOC) in Monterey, California. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:All work will be performed on siteSupport for administration of the operational Cross Domain Solution (CDS) environment located at FNMOC.Perform regular review and maintenance of the CDS environmentImplement tasking and updatesProvide emergency break=fix support as neededNOTE: There is an expectation that the performer will be able to reasonably respond to occasional after hours/weekend calls to provide support should CDS operations break during these periods. The ask is not for 24/7 support; and times where the performer would not be available for after hours support can be coordinated with the site lead and client. Client anticipates that the current approximate average of 4 hours of after-hours support per month will actually be less with consistent Linux administration support to the CDS systems that this position will be providing.Tasking to include:System Monitoring and Log ManagementSystem Maintenance and SecurityUser Support and Account ManagementEndpoint, Bridge Server, and Data Flow AdministrationRequired Qualifications, Education, and Experience:Active TOP SECRET Clearance with SCI EligibilityBachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science *or* CompTIA Security+ CertificationTraining in Red Hat Enterprise Linux3-years experience in RedHat Enterprise Linux administrationKnowledge of Apace NiFi software components and configurationExperience with supporting Linux systems and subsystems, including storage and backup solutions, in an operational environmentExperience with provisioning Linux systems and performing operational testingExperience with securing Linux systems using tools, including STIGS and vulnerability scannersKnowledge of project management processes and documentationAbility to draft technical documentation targeted at various reader levels, including users, operators, and system analystsThe Successful Candidate will Possess:Prospective candidates should have strong risk management skills, excellent communication, teamwork, and conflict management skills.The candidate must be analytical and effectively able to prioritize needs, requirements, and other issues.Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels of staff and management.Ability to exercise independent judgment, develop relationships, and obtain consensus among interested parties.Critical thinker with strong technical skills, diagnostic skills and problem-solving ability.Solid written and verbal communication skills to negotiate direction, drive projects and projects to successful conclusion and deliver knowledge to team members verbally and via clear designs, runbooks and technical engineering and exchange sessions.Self-starter, flexible, adaptable, collaborative and motivated to champion continuous improvement.Ability to develop peer networks across an enterprise to maintain technology awareness and to support resolution of problems.Ability to operate across traditional technical boundaries, comfortable working in the compute space as well as the storage space in an operational capacity.Technically curious and driven to learn new skills.General Factors:Position is located onsite at Fleet Numerical Meteorology and Oceanography Center (FNMOC), Monterey, CA.Depending on project requirements, may be required to work within a compressed schedule; overtime should be expected when schedules demand it.Willing to travel; Ability to travel to Stennis Space Center for 2 one-week periods for training and minimally a 1-week trip for training at the start of the taskNo Relocation.Must be able to sit/stand at a desk for long-periods and must be able to lift 20 pounds occasionally.Must be able to multi-task and rapidly change priorities with limited notice.Clearance: Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility Location: Monterey, CA Salary Range: 110K - 125K