Senior System Administrator - Caribou Thunder

Clearance: Secret with ability to obtain TS/SCI

Education: Bachelor"s Degree in STEM

Experience: 9 - 20 years (7 - 18 years with advanced degree)

About Caribou Thunder

Caribou Thunder, LLC is a Woman Owned, HUBZone Certified, Native American Owned, SBA and SDB Certified global engineering services company, incorporated in 2006.

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, LLC is 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.

About the role

Caribou Thunder is seeking an experienced Linux Systems Administrator V to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the operations of multi-user computer systems, virtual computer systems, and COTS software products. Your expertise in system administration will be utilized within the program"s scope. If you are a highly skilled Linux Systems Administrator looking for an exciting opportunity to take on a challenging role, we encourage you to apply for this position.

What you"ll do

As a Linux System Administrator V, you have a strong background in Linux administration, database applications, Microsoft Server platforms, familiarity with IBM AIX Unix Systems, and experience with virtualization platforms. This position offers opportunities to work on special projects, collaborate with operational crews and contractor teams, and contribute to system and network issue resolution.

• Monitor and address system performance issues to ensure optimal operation.
• Perform tasks such as file backups and restores, system and operating software patching, and maintenance of software licenses.
• Collaborate with Information Assurance teams to manage accounts, address system vulnerabilities, and respond to security issues/incidents.
• Work closely with customers and peers to accomplish assigned responsibilities effectively.
• Provide on-the-job training on system configuration to team members.
• Assist in deploying software/hardware deliveries.
• Support special projects as assigned.
• Aid 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/responding to security issues/incidents.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) installation, configuration, and administration.
• Proficiency in supporting database applications, including SQL and PostgreSQL.
• Administration experience on Microsoft Server platforms.
• Familiarity with IBM Advance Interactive eXecutive (AIX) Unix Systems.
• Experience with IaaS virtualization platforms such as VMWare or OpenStack.
• Configuration automation experience using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Experience with Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI).

• Experience working in DevOps or DevSecOps environments.
• Certification or proven experience using VMWare products.
• Linux+, MCSE, or equivalent systems administration certifications highly desirable.

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