Title: RED HAT LINUX Systems Administrator (TOP SECRET CLEARANCE)
Company: RAND
Location: Santa Monica (FULLY ONSITE)
Employment: 12 month contract to hire
Pay: $50-$75/HR, Converts at 150K after 1 year
Interviews: 2
Clearance: Top Secret
Qualifications
· Senior level skills in supporting Red Hat Linux environment required;
· Minimum of 5 years’ experience with Linux and Windows environments that follow strict security and compliance requirements;
· Solid understanding of DNS, TCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, server virtualization, and Active Directory;
· Knowledge of resources and practices in the security community and current on changing requirements a plus;
· Ability to adjust quickly, adapt to changing priorities and take initiative and own the task;
· Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communications skills;
· Ability to work well independently and as part of a team with strong organization skills
Moderate level skills in supporting Windows Servers, SAN & NAS storage, ESX.
Active Secret Clearance (TS/SCI) with Polygraph is required. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain security and technical certifications.
Job Description
This Systems Administrator position will work as an integral part of the IS Classified Operations Team providing technical expertise in the support of our client's classified systems and services. This position will operate and maintain various IT technologies including Linux and Windows operating systems, VMWare, and network storage.
The range of duties and tasks for this Systems Administrator (Level IV) position entail:
- Senior level support of Linux systems, including the installation and maintenance of Red Hat Linux (RHEL 8), upgrading to more current versions when required
- Support secret collateral and TS/SCI classified workstations and servers
- Installation and maintenance of Red Hat Linux and Windows Server operating systems
- Assistance with software and hardware installations for networked and stand-alone systems
- Provide network and system performance analysis, monitoring and reporting
- Prepare for and participate in government assessments of classified systems
- Diagnosis and troubleshooting of network connectivity, hardware, and software problems. Act as an escalation resource for problem resolution, solving complex technical problems in the field of expertise
- Completion of a wide range of systems and network service requests; ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction and network availability
- Implementation of multiple and simultaneous new technology related initiatives and solutions. To a lesser degree configure and maintain Active Directory settings including Group Policy Objects, DNS, DHCP, and Sites – Services (replication)
- Collaboration with other Information Services groups and RAND departments in the evaluations, customization, adaptation, implementation and security of infrastructure hardware and software systems, services and networks
- Adherence to ITIL best practices including Change Management, Problem Management and Service and Support standards
- Implementation of technical controls, regulations and processes required by organizational security practices and Department of Defense Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
- Preparation of network, servers, and workstations for announced and unannounced audits from regulators agencies; account for and report on thousands of auditable technical configurations and controls
- Other duties as assigned
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
