POMS4 Senior Linux Administrator

About Us: Innovating to solve real-world problems

Applied Insight enhances the ability of federal government customers to preserve national security, deliver justice and serve the public with advanced technologies and quality analysis. We work closely with agencies and industry to overcome technical and cultural hurdles to innovation, empowering them with the latest end-to-end cloud infrastructure, big data and cyber capabilities. Our expertise in cross-domain and boundary solutions, network analytics, DevOps and low-to-high development is unique in our industry. We develop and deliver innovative products and applications that are deployed in highly sensitive customer environments and have broad applications for federal missions.

On joining the Applied Insight team, you’ll be working to solve real-world problems on missions that matter with people who share your passions and encourage your ambition. It’s vital to us that we hire committed people who are great at what they do. We return that commitment by empowering them with the autonomy, the support and the tools they need to fulfill their true potential.

Applied Insight is looking for a Senior Linux Administrator to support an IT program at Untied Status Marshalls Service (USMS). In this position you will work with a team that provides computing capabilities and in-depth support for our clients and users. The team builds and maintains user environments, delivers subject matter expert support, and application-level software and tools.

A day in the life (just a few of the things you may do on any given day):

• Ability to work 100% on customer site (no telework)
• Perform installations and patching of Linux and Windows operating systems
• Assist customers with the installation and updates of applications
• Install software and troubleshoot software install issues
• Monitor systems and preform hardware troubleshooting, tracking, resolution, and routine maintenance and security updates
• Ensure security protocols and standards are applied and tracked
• Perform system backups and provide data recovery
• Document processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Monitor resource usage, anticipate problems, and suggest solutions
• Manage production and development systems and provide higher-level technical support (Tier III) to clients when needed
• Work closely with colleagues to meet team goals and improve processes and practices
• Create and maintain documentation of the systems
• Conduct configuration, deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various versions of Microsoft Windows OSs
• Conduct configuration, deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of various versions of RedHat Linux OSs
• Provide software and hardware support to the customer development team
• Setup and maintain offsite disaster recovery environment
• Review system and security logs and report to the team regarding incidents or potential threats to the network environment, systems, users, and/or infrastructure
• Work with load balancing, fail-over, and data replication technologies
• Utilize WSUS, Ivanti, and/or other industry patching solutions

What we are expecting from you (i.e. the qualifications you must have):

• BS and 9 years of related experience (4 years experience in lieu of degree)
• Active Secret or above clearance
• Ability to work well in a team environment and independently when needed
• Understanding of IT security best practices
• Understanding of basic networking concepts
• Outgoing team player and self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills with the ability and desire to interact with all users and work closely with other technical staff or independently
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task effectively under pressure with the ability to frequently re-assess priorities for multiple tasks or projects
• Strong time management and resource management capabilities
• Must have advanced working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications such as MS Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Outlook, MS Project, SharePoint
• Experience with creating POAM milestones, and compliance and ensuring application of DISA STIG releases and STIG results analysis
• Ability to understand IAVAs and remediate issues as needed
• Experience in building, operating, and maintaining Windows Server 2019/2022, RHEL 7/8/9 servers, and/or CentOS servers

What we are desiring from you (i.e. the nice-to-have qualifications):

• VMWare ESXi / vCenter / Site Recovery Manager
• ADFS / ID Mgt / PKI Certs / etc.
• Cisco Hyperflex technologies
• Experience writing scripts in a PowerShell and/or Linux environment
• Understanding of disk storage systems (RAID, LUNs, etc.)
• Experience with NetApp storage products and file system technologies
• Managing container environments (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Experience working with code repositories and continuous integration (CI) servers like Gitlab, Jenkins, etc.
• Managing infrastructure services such as DNS, DHCP, GPOs, etc.
• Knowledgeable in application transport and network infrastructure protocols (SSL/TLS, DNS, DHCP, NTP, SSH, HTTP/S, SMTP, and Microsoft AD), and possess an understanding of how to support these applications/protocols
• Possess computing environment training or certification in any of the following: Windows Server, Red Hat, NetApp, VMware, Broadcom, and/or Cisco or other networking platforms
• Experience in the application of DISA STIGs or SRGs, DoD, DoJ, and/or IC policies and procedures
• Experience in managing Active Directory, configuring, and managing Group Policy Objects (GPO), FSMO roles, DNS, DHCP, etc.
• Microsoft Exchange 2019/2022 administration

What we will provide in return: Excellent compensation and amazing benefits

• Multiple health insurance options which include a PPO plan with ZERO deductibles and an HSA plan.
• 401k Immediate Vesting. Company matches 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed.
• Fully paid long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account options.
• Generous paid time off.
• Flexible work schedules with the ability to bank extra hours for additional time off.
• Government shutdown protection where employees don't have to use leave for up to 3 days out of the year for inclement weather or budget issues.
• Employee centric culture and a belief that we should empower those who are good at what they do and then give them the tools they need to achieve success and grow their career.
• A commitment to learning and growth and easy ways to achieve both including a training budget, education assistance, mentorship programs and collaborative learning sessions.
• A collaborative environment that fosters communication and an open-door policy.

Applied Insight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, age, disability or handicap, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.