Senior Linux Systems Administrator - TekSynap

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the administration, configuration, and maintenance of Linux workstations, VMs, and supporting software in an air-gapped DevSecOps environment.
• Configure and maintain enterprise Linux administration tools such as Identity Management (IdM), Satellite, and Ansible Tower servers.
• Harden systems against vulnerabilities and threats using automated tools in accordance with DISA STIGs.
• Proactively recommend and implement performance and reliability improvements to systems and independently develop solutions to problems.
• Train junior systems administrators and help desk technicians in best practices and day-to-day operations.
• Assist in the documentation of knowledge base articles, standard operating procedures, and work instructions as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Secret Clearance 
• Active IAT level II Certification
• Proficient with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Experience with automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible.
• Exposure to basic DevOps and software development workflows.
• Familiarity with enterprise management of Linux systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Management Systems, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator or equivalent certification.
• 5+ years of Linux administration and/or DevOps experience.

We are seeking a Senior Linux Systems Administrator to support our prime contract with the Defense Threat Reduction Agency. 

TekSynap is a fast growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. “Technology moving at the speed of thought” embodies these principles – the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

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COMPETENCIES

• Establish Focus
• Change Management
• Develop Others
• Oral Communication
• Written Communication
• Interpersonal Awareness
• Build Relationships
• Analytical Thinking
• Conceptual Thinking
• Strategic Thinking
• Technical Expertise
• Initiative
• Foster Innovation
• Results Oriented
• Teamwork
• Customer Service

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Type of environment: Office
• Noise level: Low
• Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. 
• Amount of Travel: 10%

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE

U.S Citizenship

Active Secret Clearance 

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as “protected status”). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.