DOD/ Linux/ FULLY ONSITE Morrestown, New Jersey **Onsite** Contract $40/hr - $55/hr Our Department of Defense (DOD) client in Moorestown, New Jersey, is seeking a motivated Senior System Administrator to join their innovative and industry-leading team. This is a prime opportunity to collaborate with a well-established organization that emphasizes innovation, excellence, and ongoing growth. **Key Responsibilities** : + Lead technical projects, document outcomes, and provide recommendations for improvements. + Perform hands-on management of Linux servers and desktops. + Address escalated support tickets, resolving issues related to software, hardware, and networking. + Maintain and update Linux systems, including software installations. + Configure IT hardware, services, directories, and storage in alignment with project and organizational standards. + Apply security patches as needed, at least monthly. + Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system installations, configurations, and issue resolutions. + Manage multiple tasks while adjusting priorities to meet customer demands. + Provide proactive guidance to management on technology strategies, process enhancements, and implementations. + Monitor the performance and health of lab environments, assist users, and enforce IT policies. + Create operational procedures for lab support, identifying opportunities for process optimization, tool enhancement, and automation. + Contribute to the vision and strategy for non-production environments and support their implementation. + Install and configure AFMS products in lab environments (both on-premises and cloud-based) and at customer locations. **Requirements** : + Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience. + U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance. + 5-7 years of relevant experience. + Familiarity with different server types (web, file, license, application, etc.). + Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python, PERL, etc.). + Experience with RHEL-based Linux distributions. + Experience with automation tools (Ansible preferred, Terraform is a plus). + Knowledge of VMware vCenter and vSphere v6.5 or newer. + Experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes) is beneficial. + Understanding of networking and TCP/IP protocols. + Knowledge of patch management processes. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Excellent organizational abilities. + Ability to provide exceptional customer service and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. + Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact tactfully with users. + Self-motivated with a quick learning ability for new IT technologies. **You will receive the following benefits:** + Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family + Dental & Orthodontia Benefits + Vision Benefits + Health Savings Account (HSA) + Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts + Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance + Hospital Indemnity Insurance + 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options + Paid Sick Time Leave + Legal and Identity Protection Plans + Pre-tax Commuter Benefit + 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. **Posted by:** Casey Superfine **Specialization:** System Administration