Linux System Administrator - Chantilly, United States - Blue-Halo

Blue-Halo Chantilly, United States

1 week ago

Description

Overview

Why work at BlueHalo

Joining the BlueHalo team means immersing yourself in a dynamic environment, working alongside the brightest minds in technology through some of the toughest challenges facing our nation today.

We are spearheading the future of global defense, with every BlueHalo employee playing a key role in our success. That's why our investment in you goes beyond competitive pay and a rewarding benefits package.

We're committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to develop their skills, share their knowledge, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting-edge.

Enjoying this journey with a supportive team that feels like family throughout BlueHalo Nation is an unparalleled opportunity.

From Space to C-UAS & Autonomous Systems to Electronic Warfare & Cyber, and Artificial Intelligence, at our company there is no limit to where you can take your career.

Our mission is clear:
to lead through innovation.

Join the transformation and innovate with us.

Overview:
Linux System Administrator

Are you looking for a with unique opportunity to learn and grow as a Linux System Administrator? If so, BlueHalo is looking for you to join the Cyber and Intel Division'sOperational Infrastructure Team.

This team is responsible for full life-cycle management of 24x7 mission-focused infrastructure hosting tailored applications and solutions.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of deployed systems to include monitoring, auditing, log review, maintenance, troubleshooting, and after-hours response.

You should have a strong foundation in both Linux system and network administration with a security-oriented mindset.

You will assist in continually improving and growing ourNetwork Operations Center(NOC) capability and define standard operating procedures following best practices.

In the event of alerts, emergencies, or planned maintenance activities, after-hours support will occasionally be required. As such, excellent verbal and written communication skills, time-management skills, and a customer-focused mindset are required.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your depth and breadth of skills and a path toward more advanced network and solution engineering with direct mission impact.

Clearance

This position requires the successful candidate to have and maintain an active federal security clearance. The ideal candidate will currently possess a Top-Secret security clearance. However, if you do not possess a current security clearance but meet the job requirements, you should still apply. You must be willing & eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Location

This position is located at 14020 Thunderbolt Place, Chantilly, VA This role is not remote.

You'd like to do this

Establish Standard Operating Procedures for all NOC activities

Ensure all deployed systems are operational and accessible by end-users

Quickly and appropriately respond to network outages and security incidents

Configure and manage NOC monitoring dashboards, alerting, and coordinated response

Review and audit system logs daily

Interface with customers to resolve system issues and access requests

Perform system troubleshooting and escalate when appropriate

Coordinate and execute system updates

Thoroughly document all actions, incidents, and findings to include monthly reporting

Assist with implementing automated monitoring and alerting systems

Routine monitoring and integrity verification of system backup

Conduct periodic vulnerability scans to ensure compliance with system specifications

Provide feedback to software developers on system performance, issues, and customer experience

Proactively communicate with team members and management

Continually monitor trends in the IT industry for new products and security advisories to better protect deployed system capabilities

You're required to have this

You must be a U.S. Citizen

Bachelor's degree in information technology (or a related field) or equivalent hands-on experience

Willingness to support end-users to include after hours on-call support

A security-minded approach to all engineering and administration efforts

Strong communication skills, (both written and verbal) and technical documentation skills

Detail-oriented and critical thinking mindset

Log analysis and system auditing (2 years)

Linux system administration (3 years)

Network administration (2 years)

Network functional status monitoring and alerting (2 years)

You could have this

3-5 years' experience as a Linux System Administrator

SECRET (or TOP SECRET) security clearance

NOC/SOC Experience

Splunk (Including development of searches, reports, and dashboards)

Zabbix

Grafana

DevOps – Ansible or similar toolset

Network and Host based IDS Systems

Netflow analysis

Python and Bash scripting

Network analysis and troubleshooting tools (i.e., Wireshark and tcpdump)

Vulnerability and compliance scanning with Nessus and other toolsets

Familiarity with Virtualization Technologies such as VMware and Proxmox

Understanding of VPN Technologies such as IPsec or OpenVPN

Understanding of SSL/TLS configurations and certificate management

Leading the Transformation

The BlueHalo Effect It speaks to who we are as a company, a global protective ring that shields everything we most want to safeguard, an unbroken line that ensures our customers retain the advantage in any battlespace, from high above the Earth to deep in cyberspace.

It's who we are, a halo, a protector, the light of inspired engineering keeping our Nation safe. Our vision is a world where national security is certain because technical superiority is assured.

Join us and become a vital element of The BlueHalo Effect EEO Statement BlueHalo is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.

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