Linux System Administrator needed for a Direct-hire opportunity with SOC's client to work in Columbia, MD OR Manassas, VA.

Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly is required!

Responsibilities

• Degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related technical discipline or equivalent industry experience
• Strong collaboration skills; works well on a team
• Excellent communication and troubleshooting skills
• Flexible, proactive, ability to work with minimal direction in an open and fast-paced environment
• Strong technical skills and proven ability to provide technical support
• Demonstrated ability to identify customer requirements and articulate across the team
• Significant experience as a Linux System Administrator, with a focus on large Hadoop and Accumulo based clusters.
• Proficiency in Bash and Python scripting.
• Experience with configuration management tools, using tools like Puppet.
• Familiarity with cloud-based repositories and associated technologies.
• Strong background in troubleshooting operational system issues, especially in a fast-paced mission environment.
• Ability to effectively interface with external teams, including hardware, network, and infrastructure support.
• Understanding of and experience in implementing security measures for Linux systems.
• Willingness to provide after-hours support and respond to changing requirements in a dynamic operational environment.
• Security+ certification

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI, with Full Scope Poly.

• Bachelor's Degree and 12+ years of professional experience and a Master of Arts/Science or equivalent degree in computer science or related area of study. Without a Masters degree, three additional years of relevant professional experience (15+ years in total).

Employment Pre-requisites
The following requirements must be met to be eligible for this position: successful completion of a background investigation, and d rug urinalysis.
SOC, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.
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