Linux System Administrator, Level 1

Independent SoftwareAnnapolis Junction, Maryland, United StatesOnsite

What you will be doing!

As a Level 1 System Administrator, you will be responsible for deploying new servers and providing ongoing support for maintaining and enhancing infrastructure, as well as day-to-day troubleshooting. This role requires a candidate with technical expertise in administering the entire lifecycle of both Linux and Windows platforms.You will provide Windows engineering support to develop automation processes for building and patching Linux and Windows servers, as well as for implementing the Ansible Automation Platform in support of newly deployed systems.

Additionally, you will apply STE/STN compliance requirements to servers.Your role will involve collaborating with product owners across multiple teams and working alongside other engineers to troubleshoot issues within various systems and network environments. You will analyze recurring problems, initiate solutions to prevent their reoccurrence, and assess existing infrastructure for tuning and performance enhancements.

Job Description / Requirements:

Support IT systems, including day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers.
Optimize system operations and resource utilization, perform system capacity analysis and planning, and troubleshoot shooting IT Systems.
Configure and manage operating systems and install/load operating system software; troubleshoot, maintain the integrity of, and configure network components; and implement operating system enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
Leverage Ansible modules to monitor system health, identify issues, and implement automated remediation strategies.
Manage switch configuration and apply STE/STN compliance requirements to servers and network devices while supporting the 13 playbook.
Very strong Linux (Red Hat/Rocky, CentOS) and Latte ‘Art for SSP, STE/STN support

Desired:

Puppet, Ansible, FreeIPA, RedHat KVM, XKS, Nifi, Raybird, NetApp support, JIRA, Confluence. Any scripting experience (Bash, Python, Perl, JSON, etc.)

Education and Experience:

Five (5) years’ experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
An Information Assurance Technical (IAT) level II baseline certification is required

Clearance Required: Must possess an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph security clearance to be considered for this role

Life at Independent Software

Entrepreneurs who are serious about giving their idea the best chance of success turn to Independent Software. Our product development and acceleration services allow startups to build a solid foundation during the early, risky phase of company formation. Through our A100 Software Developer Apprenticeship Program, we develop emerging local talent and connect these A100 Certified Developers with growing, innovative Partner Companies building their teams. Our A100 for Entrepreneurs program provides a revolutionary product development platform to early stage companies looking to reduce risk and maximize the return on their development budget. Venture Partner Companies accelerate their product and their team through a managed service that provides them with Apprentice teams and expert guidance on topics like Customer Development and Agile. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. During the software development process, we take an idea from blank page to beta. Clients become a part of our team even as they maintain control and ownership of what we build together. Working with us is also a gateway to other resources like startup founders, supporters, mentors, investors, and talent.

Thrive Here & What We Value- Independent Software fosters a collaborative work environment where teamwork and open communication are highly valued.- The company prioritizes employee wellbeing with benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.- Independent Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), M/F/D/V.- Emphasis on teamwork and adaptability in a dynamic environment.- Focus on customer communication and relationship building.- Commitment to providing high-quality IT services to clients at all times.- Support for ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.- Independent Software values its employees, offering growth and development opportunities.- The company encourages continuous learning through training programs and mentorship.- Prioritizes worklife balance with flexible schedules and telework options when possible.