Linux Administrator - Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance - (24705) Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn. Job Title / Level Linux Administrator - Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance Clearance Required? Secret Location: Carderock, MD 20817 US (Primary) % Travel 0 - 10% Job Description AMERICAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION is LOOKING FOR: A self-driven, mid-level Linux Administrator candidate with an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret clearance to join our Engineering team supporting the United States Navy onsite at Olney, MD. As a Linux Administrator you will: + Work in a dynamic environment with amazing learning and growth potential. + Obtain and maintain a DOD secret clearance. + Receive robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan! (ESOP) + Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the + future success and growth of the company A week in the life of a Linux Administrator: + Collaborate with onsite system design personnel to implement new system software and hardware. + Maintain and develop Linux infrastructure technology. + Deliver 24x7x365 uptime service. + Provide systems administration-related solutions. + Maintain best practices for managing services and computer systems. + Monitor system performance and capacity planning. + Manage, coordinate, and implement software upgrades, patches, network hardware, and workstations. + Install and configure Linux systems, back-end databases and scripts. + Perform system maintenance by reviewing error logs. + Provide technical and troubleshooting support for service problems. + Create system backups and new stored procedures. + Develop and maintain system recovery procedures. + Install and Maintain system security. + Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented systems. + Maintain all internet requests inclusive to DNS, RADIUS, Apache, MySQL, PHP. + Enhance, maintain, and create the tools for the Linux environment and its users. + Analyze hardware requirements and make acquiring recommendations. Job Requirements + Bachelor’s level degree in Computer Science, Engineering disciplines + Active Secret security clearance or the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance. At least five (5) years of experience in: + Linux Administration (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu), including extensive knowledge of Linux server setup, deployment, and maintenance, as well as a firm understanding of networking protocols and server security mechanisms. + IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP) + Programming skills (RedHat, Java) Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day. Company Awards: + Forbes National Best Midsize Companies + Energage National Best Workplaces, National + Washington Post Best Workplaces Veteran Hiring Awards: + U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion + BEST FOR VETS by Military Times + TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER by MilitaryFriendly.com AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - 110,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance. EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation