Linux Administrator - Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance

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.

• 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.