Linux System Administrator

M9 Solutions is seeking a Linux System Administrator to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in McLeansville, NC. A Secret clearance obtainable after hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering development and maintenance of programs.
• Linux system administration.
• Network equipment (primarily Cisco) setup and maintenance.
• Design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions.
• Work well in a team, can accept direction and constructive criticism.
• Independently identify tasks or projects that need to be done and effectively prioritize time to complete multiple assignments.
• Conduct project planning, cost analysis, and vendor comparisons.
• Willingness to support both domestic and international travel up to 10%.
• Holds ownership by identifying alternatives in the midst of barriers to progress.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Secret security clearance obtainable after hire is required.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a specialized area or equivalent relevant experience is required, plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experienced in Linux system administration for small/medium-size networks.
• Understanding of vulnerability and compliance scanning, analysis of the scan results, and security patching.
• Working knowledge of Linux hardening.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity specifications, such as Risk Management Framework (RMF), STIGs, and other government security specifications and guidelines.
• Network architecture and the application of network setup (LAN, NICs, Router Configurations).
• Experienced in Cisco equipment for small/medium size networks.
• Hands-on experience setting up networks, including servers, network infrastructure equipment, and network end devices.
• Ability to work alone or in a team environment.
• Demonstrates ability to move into new teams and quickly learn project-defined specific processes while applying past knowledge and experience.
• Proven documentation skills and technical writing.
• Communicating technical information clearly so that it may be understood by a non-technical individual.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Linux system administration, RHCSA a bonus.
• Network+/Security+ or equivalent experience; CISSP a bonus.
• Cisco experience, CCNP a bonus.
• Experience with general network administration; Server+/Linux+ a bonus.