Linux Systems Administrator III - Longmont, United States - Rippling

Description

Caribou Thunder, LLC is a Woman Owned, HUBZone Certified, Native American Owned, SBA and SDB Certified global engineering services company, incorporated in2006.Caribou Thunder is a Global Service Provider supporting a wide variety of DoD, Space, and Intelligence programs with consistent growth since inception to over 100 associates and $10M in annual sales with solid performance in 35 states across the U.S.

and 22 countries around the world. Caribou Thunder, LLCis an established Defense contractor with nearly 20 years of experience delivering engineering services worldwide.

We offer industry leading salaries, flexible work life balance, full range of benefits (career development and mentoring, PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k match).

Caribou Thunder, LLC offers meaningful career opportunities within a true team-based environment, where each and every employee matters, contributing to a higher goal supporting National Security programs.

Caribou Thunder, LLC is committed to hiring and maintaining a diverse workforce.

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

United States citizenship is a requirement for all positions.


Caribou ThunderLocation:

Longmont, CORequisition#:
MS30003
Date Posted: 8/31/2023

Security Clearance:

Active Secret with the ability to obtain TS/SCIExperience: 9 years(7 years with an advanced degree)Position SummaryCaribou Thunder is seeking a skilled and experienced Linux Systems Administrator to join our SA Team.

As a Linux Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the performance of multi-user computer systems, virtual computer systems, and Commercial Off-The

• Shelf (COTS) software products.

Your duties will include system administration, patching, backup and restore operations, software license management, and assisting the Information Assurance (IA) Team with account management and system vulnerability management.

You will be an integral part of our SA Team, contributing to the reliability and security of our computer systems.

Complete DescriptionThe Linux Systems Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of our multi-user computer systems and COTS software products.

You will work closely with the SA Team, providing support for system administration tasks within the scope of the contract.

Your responsibilities will include monitoring system performance, resolving performance issues, performing backups and restores, and patching system and operating system software.

Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and correct system performance issues to maintain optimal system functionality.
Perform regular backups and restore critical files and data.
Patch system and operating system software to ensure security and performance updates are applied.
Manage software licenses to ensure compliance with vendor requirements.
Collaborate with the Information Assurance (IA) Team to assist with account management and system vulnerability management.
Maintain operations of multi-user computer systems and virtual computer systems.
Work with Red Hat Linux, Microsoft Windows, IBM AIX, and Cisco IOS environments.
Provide on-the-job training on system configuration and assist in deploying software/hardware deliveries.
Support special projects and assist operational crews and contractor teams in resolving system and network issues.

Assist the IA team by providing access to system logs, instructions for monitoring user accounts, and identifying and responding to security issues/incidents.

Proven experience as a Linux Systems Administrator or in a similar role.
Experience with OpenStack or VMWare and OpenShift in Red Hat Linux environments.
Familiarity with Red Hat Linux, Microsoft Windows, IBM AIX, and Cisco IOS.Knowledge of Agile Methodologies for efficient project management.
Experience with system administration, patching, backup and restore operations.
Knowledge of Ansible/Ansible Tower and scripting experience.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred Requirements Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline systems, virtualization, and software environment development.
Additional certifications related to Linux and systems administration.#J-18808-Ljbffr