981600 LINUX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

LINUX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATORto Serve the Intelligence CommunityActive Top Secret w/Full-Scope Poly Clearance RequiredJob #981600Innova Solutions is currently seeking a Linux Systems Administrator with an Active Top-Secret w/Full-Scope Poly to work directly for our client - a leader in the government contracting marketplace, providing Enterprise Security and Cloud Computing solutions to support large organizations. Their capabilities include supplying federal government entities and private businesses with software development, scientific and engineering technical assistance, systems integration and enterprise security.This Linux Systems Administrator position will apply expertise in installing, configuring, operating, and maintaining both Windows- and Linux-based architectures. The systems administrator will focus on improving the stability and performance of the platform, maintaining and improving the security posture of the domain, continuously monitoring of system health, and troubleshooting issues that arise. This individual is accountable for Windows, Linux, and application systems that support the infrastructure. Responsibilities on these systems include SA engineering, operations and maintenance, and research and development to ensure continual operation. The individual must be proficient in building, documenting, and providing tier-3 engineering support.The position requires deep technical knowledge of systems, networks, and application security and a solid understanding of enterprise-level security frameworks, policies, processes, and standards. The candidate must have strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex issues, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Key duties include maintaining operating systems, application support, integration, design, and assistance with additional duties as needed to support the team.Position type: Full-time, direct hireDuration: Long-termLocation: Onsite in Gainesville, VA.Pay Range: $200,000-$285,000/year - negotiable• *Active Top Secret w/Full-Scope Poly Clearance Required**Key ResponsibilitiesProvide daily operational support for Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems and applications• Support virtual and physical infrastructure of servers running CentOS in a dev, test, and production configuration, and support infrastructure of different applications comprising of end user applications, developer tools and infrastructure support applications.• Develop and maintain environments running in Amazon Web Services (AWS).• Maintain the integrity and security of systems by monitoring security feeds and dashboards in support of Continuous Monitoring activities• Develop and maintain standards and procedures for applications across a complex computing infrastructure• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation• Monitor application and operating system performance; analyze, document and remediate incidents• Develop and oversee implementation of testing strategies and document the results• Leverage scripting and system automation tools• Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies• Research and recommend hardware and software, coordinate installation, and provide backup recovery• Interact with users and evaluate vendor products• Review incidents to understand the root causes and ensure implementation of proper fixes• Collaborate with system administrators, engineers, and the client to ensure proper integration of applicationsRequirementsRedhat/CentOS• VMWare ESXi• vCenter• AWS• Ansible• Puppet• Clearance: TS/SCI w FS Poly• Extensive experience with Redhat and/or Centos• Demonstrated experience with VMWare ESXi infrastructure 6.x + vCenter server, host clustering with HA, DRS, replication• Demonstrated experience in server builds using automated mechanism• Demonstrated experience with Ansible and/or Puppet• Demonstrated experience with Ansible playbooks for virtual and physical instance provisioning, configuration management and patching and software development• Demonstrated experience with building, upgrading and maintaining applications and services in an AWS account• Demonstrated experience with code maintenance using Git, Gitlab, and/or Github• Demonstrated experience with Atlassian Jira and Confluence• Demonstrated experience with managing Elasticsearch on CentOS• Demonstrated experience collaborating with other systems administrators, storage administrators, application developers, and network engineers to solve complex problems• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or other related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training, and work/military experience.Preferred SkillsCertified Linux System Administrator• Knowledge of network engineering fundamentals and network design• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Windows Server versions 2008, 2016• Demonstrated experience with SCCM, WDS, MS SQL Server, Powershell, batch scripting• Demonstrated experience working with Syslog applications such as Splunk• Demonstrated experience with NetApp NAS systems a plus• Demonstrated experience with Hadoop infrastructure and applications (HDFS, Hue, Impala, Oozie, Solr, Spark, Yarn, Zookeeper) a plus• Demonstrated experience with Cisco Nexus switches and Cisco Firepower Security Appliances a plus• AWS Certification a plus• ITIL Foundations Certification a plus• Certifications relating to IT Security (CISSP, GIAC, Security+) a plusQualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please send your resume to david.slaymaker@innovasolutions.com and then text/call David at 507-250-4420.Thank you for considering/sharing!Blessings,David SlaymakerSenior Recruiter at Innova Solutions | Retd USAF, SMSgt507-250-4420david.slaymaker@innovasolutions.comPay Range And BenefitsPAY RANGE$200,000-$285,000/year - negotiablePay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.BenefitsOur client offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes 3 weeks paid time off, 2 weeks Holiday pay, medical/dental coverage, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D, 401k with up to 4% match, and end of year profit sharing paid out in 401k.ABOUTINNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.Recent RecognitionsOne of Largest IT Consulting Staffing firms in the USA - Recognized as #4 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA 2022)• ClearlyRated® Client Diamond Award Winner (2020)• One of the Largest Certified MBE Companies in the NMSDC Network (2022)• Advanced Tier Services partner with AWS and Gold with MSWebsite: https://www.innovasolutions.com/Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. 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