Linux Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

Overview LINUX ADMINISTRATOR (RDTE) Bowhead seeks a Linux Administrator to join our team in Dahlgren, VA. The Linux Administrator is responsible for system administration and customer support of servers and workstations in a Research, Development, and Testing and Evaluation (RDT&E) environment. Responsibilities * Providing technical problem solving and in-depth consulting for system operations. * Will work as part of a team responsible for administration and management of servers, end-user workstations, and potentially clustered systems operating in both unclassified and classified network environments. * Analysis, design, and implementation of modifications to the system software in order to improve system performance, correct errors, or fulfill specific needs. * Participate in planning new hardware acquisitions, developing operating policy, interacting with vendors, educating customers, and communicating and collaborating with other projects within the organization. * Work closely with scientists and engineers to help them use workstations and servers to solve their computationally intensive problems. * Support of individual user workstations and associated software will be required. * Linux Admin will provide support for application installation, licenses management, software tracking/distribution and backup/recovery of system configurations and user data files. Assist users in applying for accounts, and approving user access. Qualifications * A minimum of two to five (2-5) years demonstrated experience in system administration of Linux-based workstations. * Must have well-developed Linux system management skills. * Must have experience with hardware experience with HP and Dell systems. * Must meet DoD 8570 Information Assurance Workforce (IAWF) criteria or Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification at time of hire. * Must have demonstrated experience working in an environment with rapidly changing job priorities. Physical Demands: * Must be able to lift up to 10-15 pounds * Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time * Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for this contract. #LI-JR1