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Motion Recruitment Partners Linux System Administrator in Arlington, Virginia
Linux System Administrator
Arlington, Virginia
100% Remote
Contract
$80/hr - $90/hr
Senior Linux Administrator
As a Senior Linux SME, you will be supporting multiple build and operations managed service provider teams hosting Cloud based ERP services.
The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of SAP focused on security issues for the U.S. government so that SAP can bring technology and innovation to customers across government regulated industries.
The company is located in the DC Metro area, a 6-month contract-to-hire and will remain 100% remote.
Required Skills & Experience:
10+ years Linux Administration experience supporting production environments.
• Deep understanding of Linux networking
Must be able to obtain/maintain DoD Top Secret, CompTIA Sec+, and a Linux certification (e.g., LPIC-2 or RHCE) (required with 180 days)
Experience with configuring and troubleshooting Linux storage technologies, like logical volume manager (LVM), network file system (NFS), and Common Internet File System (CIFS)
Experience with System, including configuring custom services
Experience with Linux firewall technologies like firewall and iptables
Expert in Linux troubleshooting and debugging skills; have a passion for problem-solving and investigation
Expert with shell scripting (Bash or Korn)
Experience with integrating Linux with Active Directory using System Security Services Daemon (SSSD)
Experience with writing and using automation with frameworks like Ansible, Chef, or Puppet
Experience with Python or similar languages like Perl and Ruby with a focus on automation o Candidate would be expected to be proficient with Python within three months
Experienced with automated Linux patch management in an enterprise environment
Experience with reviewing Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) and Nessus ACAS output to determine the best corrective action
Experience implementing Linux OS hardening, auditing, and host level intrusion detection systems (IDS)
Highly skilled in identifying performance bottlenecks, identifying anomalous system behavior, and resolving root cause of service issues
Understanding of OS Virtualization and/or Cloud concepts
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
Multitask with several customers, coworkers, and projects
Self-motivated and able to work under pressure to deliver high-quality deliverables Preferred Skills, Characteristics, & Experience
Prefer Red Hat Certified Engineer (CE) certification
Working knowledge of DoD Security Technical Implementation Guidelines STIGs (Preferred)
Experience with managing large numbers of Linux hosts
Experience with change control procedures related to altering customer systems in an enterprise environment
Integration with LDAP (Windows and/or UNIX based)
Hand-on experience using AWS SSM for Configuration/Patch Management
Experience using and configuring Tripwire or Advanced Intrusion Detection Environment (AIDE)
Experience with Splunk configuration and installation
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.
This position doesn’t provide sponsorship.
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 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. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Posted by: Ashton Corbett
Specialization: Linux / Unix
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