Linux Systems Administrator
Lexington, MA
Job Type: Contract | Recruiter: Steve Merriman | Phone: 603.637.4084
Location: Greater Boston, MA (Onsite)
Length: 3+ years
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support enterprise-classified infrastructures. This role is ideal for an experienced administrator with deep Linux expertise, strong automation skills, and a solid understanding of system security and compliance standards. The selected candidate will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Linux-based systems and services, ensuring operational reliability, performance, and security across complex computing environments. This position offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects within a highly collaborative IT team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administer and maintain multi-user Linux environments, focusing on RHEL 7/8 server and workstation platforms.
- Develop and maintain secure systems that meet internal and government compliance standards.
- Automate system configuration and deployment using tools such as Satellite and Ansible.
- Write and maintain scripts in bash/shell, Python, and Perl to support administrative tasks and system management.
- Configure and manage enterprise storage technologies (LVM, RAID, encrypted storage, SAN/NAS, NFS).
- Monitor and tune system performance, conduct capacity planning, and allocate mass storage resources.
- Install system-wide software, manage administrator/service accounts, and integrate with Active Directory.
- Resolve escalated support issues related to system performance, access, and security controls.
- Evaluate and integrate third-party vendor solutions; manage vendor tracking and monitoring.
- Perform system hardening and compliance checks using DISA STIGs, STIG Viewer, and SCC Tool.
- Support backup and recovery processes, cloud integrations, and system outages/downtimes.
- Draft internal IT communications regarding planned maintenance, outages, or updates.
- Support merger, acquisition, and divestiture efforts as they relate to network and user access.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience administering RHEL 7/8 systems in an enterprise setting.
- At least 5 years of experience using Red Hat Satellite to manage Linux environments.
- Proficiency with scripting languages (i.e., bash/shell, Python, and Perl).
- Strong troubleshooting skills including knowledge of Linux boot processes, Kickstart, systemd, kernel tuning, and system diagnostics.
- Experience configuring and securing Linux storage solutions.
- Familiar with Linux package management tools (i.e., rpm, yum, and dnf).
- Solid understanding of networking concepts including firewalls, protocols, routing, and performance tuning.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and in a team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly.
- Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
- Due to the nature of the work, an active Secret clearance is required, candidates without an active Secret clearance will not be considered.
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