Senior Linux Systems Administrator (Hpce) - Top Secret Clearance W/Sci Eligibility

Enjoy a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and a $10,000 sign-on bonus when you join AMERICAN SYSTEMS as our next Senior Linux Systems Administrator optimizing and maintaining our High Performance Computer (HPC) environment in support of a national priority program in Dallas, Texas!

As part of AMERICAN SYSTEMS, you'll enjoy:

• Ownership in the company through our robust Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you a direct stake in our success.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development within a supportive, team-oriented culture.
• A robust benefits package that includes comprehensive healthcare, educational benefits, and a single-accrual leave plan.

As a Senior Linux Systems Administrator, you will:

• Manage and optimize Linux-based platforms in an HPC environment, ensuring peak performance and reliability.
• Support PostgreSQL databases and Google TensorFlow workflows to ensure efficient operations
• Implement innovative solutions using tools like Lustre and Bright Cluster to ensure reliability and performance.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to ensure system efficiency and data integrity

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Linux Systems Administrator:

• Plan and implement software and hardware configurations for Linux systems.
• Develop and test disaster recovery solutions for mission-critical systems.
• Automate routine tasks using BASH or Python scripting.
• Optimize and secure containerized environments using Podman/Docker and Ansible.
• Monitor performance, conduct system upgrades, and ensure compliance with security protocols.
• Implement and maintain secure systems, applying DoD STIGs and configuring SELinux.
• Configure and manage network file systems (NFS) and log management solutions.
• Conduct backup procedures, disaster recovery planning, and system performance optimization.
• Administer data storage systems like Lustre and Bright Cluster, ensuring data integrity and availability.
• Support and troubleshoot server environments, responding quickly to interruptions or outages.

Job Requirements

What You Bring

• Top Secret clearance w/SCI eligibility.

• Bachelor's degree in STEM (or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).

• 10-12 years of IT Systems Administration experience, including:

• 5-7 years of Linux administration, with expertise in containerization (Podman/Docker), Ansible, and OpenLDAP

• Ability to configure mount points, add and expand hard disk space, make drives persistent, and implement NFS drives

• Capable of performing backup procedures using tar and gzip, configuring log management, and analyzing logs

• Experienced with implementing DoD STIGs, configuring SELinux

• Proven experience with VMware vSphere (v7 or higher) and PostgreSQL databases.

• Proficiency in BASH and Python scripting for automation.

Certifications Required:

• Active DoD 8140 IAT II Level Certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+) REQUIRED
• Current RHCSA or RHCE certification REQUIRED (or the ability to obtain the RHCSA within 6 months of hire)

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary/hourly range for this position is $160,000-180,000. 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.

Who We Are:

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 COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

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