Systems Administrator - RHEL / Linux Level 1 with Security Clearance

AEITS, Inc. is looking to grow its team! We are seeking a Systems Administrator, RHEL / Linux, Level I, to support our customer in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. The ideal candidate will have strong Linux skills, experience with Docker, Ansible, Puppet, and basic knowledge of network configurations, server security, and scripting. Mission : As a Systems Administrator on this government program, you will support hardware integration, working with software development teams, and ensuring the maintenance and optimization of Linux-based systems in an Agile / DevOps environment. environment. Location : Annapolis Junction, Maryland All work is on-site. This is not a hybrid or remote position. Clearance : TS / SCI CCA Poly with further polygraph testing. Certifications : DoD 8570 Information Assurance Technical Level I (IAT I) (A CE, Network CE, CND, SSCP or CCNA-Security) Other DoD 8570 certification : Security CE, CySA, GICSP, GSEC, CCNP-Security, CASP CE, CISSP, CISSA, CCSP, CISA, GCED, GCIH Requirements : U.S. Citizenship TS / SCI with further polygraph testing. Bachelor's degree in technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Strong Linux skills Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux operating systems and related software Familiarity building Docker containers and containerization practices Experience with or knowledge of Ansible and Puppet Experience writing and modifying scripts (bash, perl, python, etc.) to accomplish SA functions Installation and maintenance of Linux (RHEL) systems using RPMs Integration, optimization, and testing of VMWare and network configurations Familiarity with DHCP, DNS, IP, netmasks, gateways, routers, CISCO switches, and network card installations Support to hardware integration efforts for an engineering team Experience with system hardening, server, and network security Demonstrated ability preparing and editing technical documentation Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment Willingness to learn and take direction Familiarity with STE / STN implementation and compliance Experience migrating from Puppet to Ansible Experience migrating systems from Centos to RHEL (preferable RHEL9) OS. Testing of various hardware configurations and OS settings on servers Experience working supporting a software development team using Agile / DevOps processes Experience supporting projects using Docker and Kubernetes Mandatory Requirements Five (5) years of experience as a Systems Administrator on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required [Supporting five or more users, Linux operating systems, software development environment preferred, and including support for desktops, servers and VMs]. Education and Required Qualification Bachelor's degree in technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. OR Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree. Travel Less than 10% of travel may occur. BENEFITS - Full-time Employees 401K with employer contribution. Fully vested at 1 year anniversary. Five (5) weeks comprehensive annual leave (25 workdays). Additional leave can be earned in lieu of overtime. 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays. Up to $5,000 annually for individually tailored education / training program. All education plans must be pre-approved by Advantage Engineering management. Life Insurance at 1x annual salary with employee option to purchase additional coverage for self and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability. We contribute a generous portion towards the cost of monthly medical plans for any of the three medical, 1 dental and 1 vision plan provided by CareFirst. All employees are eligible to earn generous incentives and performance bonuses. AEITS, a GTSC company, is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical, mental or sensory disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. GTSC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you have a disability and require assistance with our online application process, please tell us how we can help by contacting us at Note : This accessibility is intended for individuals requiring accommodation and should not be used to check the status of your application. Inquiries not specific to requesting accommodation will be discarded. GTSC participates in the E-Verify program in all locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. AE25031218SA1 Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Depending on the nature of the job duties or requirements set forth by our government clients, additional screenings such as drug testing and / or credit checks may be required. These checks are conducted in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.bfb3568a-762b-4989-884b-a9682aa104ca