Job Description

Senior Linux System Administrator - 10k Sign on Bonus at Leidos summary:

The Senior Linux System Administrator at Leidos plays a crucial role in the National Security Sector by managing the lifecycle of Linux and Windows platforms, deploying new servers, and providing day-to-day troubleshooting support. Candidates are expected to have significant experience in infrastructure optimization, system operations, and automation using tools like Ansible, while collaborating closely with engineers to resolve technical issues. Ideal applicants will possess a technical degree and relevant experience, along with an active TS/SCI clearance, and will benefit from competitive company perks including a sign-on bonus.

Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Linux Systems Administrator in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos , we offer competitive benefits , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

The Senior Linux Systems Administrator will deploy new servers, maintain and enhance infrastructure, and provide day-to-day troubleshooting support. This opportunity demands expertise in managing the full lifecycle of Linux and Windows platforms. The candidate will develop automations for building and patching Linux and Windows servers using Ansible Automation Platform and ensure STE/STN compliance. Additionally, they will interact with product owners and collaborate with engineers to resolve issues across multiple systems and network environments. The position involves analyzing recurring problems to prevent reoccurrence and optimizing existing infrastructure for performance enhancements.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support IT systems including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc.
• Provide support for the escalation and communication of status to agency management and internal customers
• Optimize system operations and resource utilization, and perform system capacity analysis and planning, as well as trouble shooting IT Systems
• Configure and manage operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
• Leverage Ansible modules to monitor system health, identify issues, and implement automated remediation strategies.
• Manage switch configuration and apply STE/STN compliance requirements to servers and network device while supporting the playbook.

Basic Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years’ experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university. Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Proficient in Linux and Ansible
• Experience with switch configuration skills and experience applying STE/STN compliance requirements to servers
• Clearance Required: Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

This position comes with a guarantee of a 10k Sign on Bonus!

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today

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Original Posting:

February 10, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $112,450.00 - $203,275.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Keywords:

Linux System Administrator, Ansible, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity, IT Operations, Network Management, Technical Support, Infrastructure Optimization, National Security, Server Management

Job Tags

Holiday work, Contract work, Immediate start, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours,

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