Senior Linux Server Administrator
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**Security Clearance required:**
Secret
Cognosante is on a mission to transform our country’s Information Technology services. We are a Health IT & Government IT Services Company providing Technology and Security-focused solutions to the public sector’s Healthcare Industry, Federal Civilian Government Agencies and branches within the Department of Defense. From Enterprise IT, Data Science, and Security Services, to full-scale Consumer Engagement and Interoperability solutions, we are moving government services forward with transformation and innovation. Learn how we are making a difference in people’s lives today!
**Job Description**
This position supports the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Crane Indiana, in executing the Department of Defense (DoD) Digital Modernization & Transformation Strategy. This successful applicant will provide Information Technology (IT) support to the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Crane, Indiana. NSWC Crane’s mission is to provide acquisition engineering, in-service engineering and technical support for sensors, electronics, electronic warfare and special warfare weapons. The successful applicant will be a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization who is able to resolve a wide range of issues in creative ways.
This position is for a proposal for future work. Resumes are limited to two 2 pages each. A signed Letter of Intent is required.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ • Installation, configuration, and management of Linux servers running Red Hat Enterprise Linux and related distributions• Server and system administration support to include planning, designing, engineering, installation, configuration, documentation, maintenance, data protection, data recovery, and monitoring of workstations, servers, storage solutions, and associated elements• Applying patches, system updates, and ensuring compliance with relevant STIGs• Developing and documenting Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) for system configuration and operation• Providing support for system upgrades, application migration, and system integration• High Performance Computing (HPC) support services including: administration, monitoring, and maintenance of HPC clusters, servers, storage arrays, high performance workstations, and associated elements
**Required Qualifications**
+ US Citizenship
+ Active Secret clearance
+ Requires 5-10 years of demonstrated proficiency
+ Seven (7) years of full-time professional experience working with the configuration, deployment, and operation and maintenance of Linux server operating systems.
+ At least five (5) years specific experience in managing Red Hat Linux and Ubuntu.
+ At least two (2) years administering High Performance Computing Clusters.
+ At least (2) years of professional experience in Linux administration in Cloud environments.
+ Shall possess an IAT III 8570.01 baseline certification. Required Certifications (only ONE required):
+ Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) Certificate
**Candidates that do not meet the required qualifications will not be considered.**
Cognosante will not provide sponsorship for employment-based immigration benefits for this position.
**Cognosante requires all employees regardless of position, work location or telework status to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. Cognosante will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to disability or a sincerely held religious belief or otherwise in accordance with any federal, state, or local laws.**
Cognosante is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
- Location:
- Mclean, VA, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Computer And Mathematical Occupations