Linux System Administrator

The Software Engineer II (Linux Administrator) will work to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) providing IT core management components and service areas, including cross-cutting services that support the government through system design, development, fielding, and sustainment of global NOAA IT needs. 

The Software Engineer II (Linux Administrator) must be able to support the following responsibilities:

• Provide Red Hat Linux Enterprise Operations & Maintenance (O&M) support activities

• Develop, troubleshoot, and execute Ansible playbooks throughout the enterprise using Ansible Automation capabilities

• Deep understanding of Linux operating systems (i.e. Redhat, CentOS, Ubuntu, Oracle Linux, etc.)

• Develop, implement, and enforce processes and SOPs for O&M and incident response

• Manage and maintain Linux server infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability

• Proficient in Linux system administration with a focus on Red Hat (3+ years of experience)

• Familiarity with IT Operations Monitoring Tools such as CheckMK, Big Brother

• Perform routine system updates, patch management, and system optimization

• Responsible for configuring and troubleshooting software and application systems as assigned

• Manage and maintain Linux servers and workstations ensuring their optimal performance, security, and reliability

• Strong hands-on experience with Linux, Windows, Active Directory, VMWare

• Monitors system health and configurations to ensure system health and functionality as well as remediate problems/issues in a timely manner

• Scripting skills (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python)

• Experience building, configuring, installing server/workstation(s) using Foreman and Red Hat Satellite 6

• Leveraging Gitlab and Ansible playbooks for operational changes

• Install applications (COTS/GOTS) and perform system upgrades & migrations

• Experience with monitoring tool such as Big Brother, CheckMK configuration for newly built systems

• Implemented and maintain secure, minimally-interrupted operations of Linux servers and workstations

• Implement and enforce security best practices for both Linux systems and workstations

• Experience supporting and maintaining network storage (Netapp)

• Proficiency in vulnerability assessment tools (Tenable Nessus, Qualys etc.), analyzing and interpreting the vulnerability assessment results

• Managing user accounts, via, AIX, Akamai, IDM, Grafana, permissions or local accounts

• Resolving problems for all in house software such as , Nvidia, Tectia, CAC VPN\

• Leverage Red Hat Satellite 6 to create newly built systems with subscriptions

• Able to partition disks, create logical volumes, create file systems and mount file systems

• Be a customer advocate by consistently meeting, exceeding expectations and incorporating customer service into all aspects of work

• Must be able to work independently to execute against sets of procedures and be able to lift 60 pounds
• Must have keen attention to detail and excellent communication skills
• Must have 3 years experience with Linux system administration with a focus on Red Hat
• Requires a knowledge of one or more elements or parts of a supply system, or of supply methods, policies, or procedures

Eligibility/Clearance Requirements: Must be able to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship and is able to be cleared at the Public Trust Level

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Join the Sev1Tech family where you can achieve great accomplishments while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression.  Please apply directly through the website at: https://careers-sev1tech.icims.com/    #joinSev1tech

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