Linux Systems Administrator

When you join the Cambridge team, you are part of a skilled and talented global community that is united by a set of core values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. Join our team and help us confront today’s most threatening and complex obstacles

**ROLE RESPONSIBILTIES**
- Manage and monitor system resources to ensure optimal performance, including performing capacity planning and implementing best practices for system optimization.
- Administer Linux-based systems by handling tasks such as installation, configuration, patching, and security hardening, and adhering to DISA STIG requirements for system security.
- Support automation of system administration tasks using shell scripting or tools like Ansible, GitLab, AWX/AAP, PowerShell, and participate in the development of CI/CD pipelines for future automation efforts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing limited support for Windows and networking systems when necessary.
- Systems and tools you may work with include, but are not limited to: ServiceNow, RHEL, Ubuntu, NX Log/SYS Log, Red Hat Satellite, Content Delivery Nodes, AWX/Ansible Automation Platform, GitLab, Clevis & Tang, Apache, and Splunk.
- Hands-on experience with automation tools like Ansible, Bash scripting, or similar technologies.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM) and containerization (Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes) is a plus.
- A solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
- Security awareness with experience implementing best practices to ensure system integrity and compliance.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly in a Linux environment and working with the DOD.
- Investigates and recommends methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
- Administers systems/environment solutions for multiple projects with varying schedules.
- Interfaces with vendors for trouble calls.
- Supports the planning of system/environment requirements for individual projects. May provide work direction and guidance to others.
- Take ownership of configuring, optimizing, and maintaining our Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and other Linux-based systems.
- Drawing on your 7-9 years of IT experience, you will troubleshoot, monitor, and secure Linux environments that support critical infrastructure for global military operations.
- Your responsibilities will include ensuring high availability, peak performance, and the overall integrity of these systems to meet the demands of mission-critical services.

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
- BA/BS + 7 years recent specialized or AA/AS + 9 years recent specialized or a major cert + 11 years recent specialized or 13 years of recent specialized experience.
- Active Secret clearance (no waiver) and ability to obtain and maintaining a TS/SCI.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in project management tools and methodologies, ServiceNow is a plus.
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies is a plus.
- TESA eligibility
- Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.

**TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS**
- Active Passport
- In rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

**PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS**
Cambridge International Systems complies with Temporary Duty Station (TDY)/Outside Continental United States (OCONUS) vaccination requirements. If this position requires OCONUS travel (listed above), Vaccine Recommendations by AOR | Health.mil lists applicable current vaccination requirements by location.
- Must be able to work in an office environment, sitting at a desk, looking at a computer for most of the workday.
- Work is physically comfortable; the employee has discretion about sitting, walking, standing, etc.
- May be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site.

**BENEFITS AND PERKS**
Cambridge International Systems is committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, career development opportunities, comfortable working conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package, some of which are listed below:

- Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
- 401(k) matching and immediate vesting
- Paid time off and holidays
- Generous tuition & training assistance program
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on bonuses
- Referral bonuses
- Performance-based bonuses
- Community involvement & outreach
- Wellness program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tickets at Work

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