Linux System Administrator - Secret Cleared - Piper Companies

Piper Companies is looking for a Linux System Administrator to join a government contractor, working onsite in Aberdeen, MD. An active secret clearance is required for consideration This is a contract to hire opportunity with a great client that is looking to move quickly!

 Essential Duties of the Linux System Administrator:

• Provide guidance for directing/monitoring information systems
• Install, configure and maintain Linux operating systems
• Analyze network traffic and provide capacity planning solutions
• Monitor and respond to hardware, software and network problems
• Manage the purchase, testing, installation, and support of network communications, including LAN/MAN/WAN systems

Qualifications of the Linux System Administrator:

• Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or related field is required
• 2+ years relevant technical experience required
• Security + cert required
• Ability to obtain CCNA within 6 months of starting
• Strong experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Minimum Secret clearance required with ability to obtain Top Secret

 Compensation for the Linux System Administrator:

• $80,000 - $100,000 (based on experience)
• Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO, paid holidays

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