Linux System Administrator

Linux System Administrator

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MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Linux System Administrator to join our team in Ft. Meade, MD.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Creating and managing virtual environments
• Systems administration of hardware and software in support of maintenance, developing and testing of information technology systems
• Administration of Linux (i.e., Redhat/Rocky 8)
• Scripting with Basic Shell (Bash), PUTTY
• Configuring and maintaining storage and file systems
• Developing and delivering briefings, technical presentations, and program documentation to senior program management

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years' of overall technical experience
• Linux administrative experience (command-line)
• Server STE/STN Compliancy (ex., NESSUS, MacAfee Agents) and performing server management relating to security tools such as patch management (applying O/S updates, IAVAs, and configuration changes)
• Demonstrated experience working with a team to introduce and integrate new technologies into existing production environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiar with installing, troubleshooting, and maintenance on OS on Linux
• Experience with installing PKI certs
• Create/Maintain bash scripts to dump and load databases
• Use SALT to deploy config files to end node and do various interrogations (ping, DNS)

Clearance Requirement:

• Active TS/SCI clearance with Poly

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer.

The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000.00-$141,600.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us and provide your name and contact information.