Linux Systems Administrator

Position Title: Linux Systems Administrator

Location: Dahlgren, VA

Status: Full-time / On-site

Required Clearance: Secret

Required Certification(s): IAT II (Security+)

About Us: RTL Networks, Inc. is a rapidly growing company primarily focused on providing information technology (IT) support services and personnel to various commercial and government customers for extended-term contracts. By providing a wide array of professional services and products, we help our customers leverage technology and operate confidently in their technology environments to ensure resource predictability, security, and reliability to meet business objectives.

Summary:

RTL Networks is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to join our growing team in Dahlgren, VA. The Linux Administrator will work as part of a team, administer and manage servers, end-user workstations in both unclassified and classified network environments on a Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) Program.

Primary 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 currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for clearance at this location.

NOTE:

• The applicant selected for this position must have and be able to maintain an Active Security Clearance.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Applicants must have a valid drivers license for this position and will be subject to verification.

• Chosen applicants must pass pre-employment drug screening, credit review, and a criminal background check.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Females/Minority/Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin

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