Linux System Administrator

Leidos is seeking a System Administrator to support a large enterprise IT contract for the DOD. The role requires technical experience with administering Linux and Windows servers within a VMware virtual environment. The individual will work in a team environment to ensure mission needs are met and ensure functionality of capabilities of customers.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of AWS or Azure cloud services and the cloud ecosystem
• Experience with Hyper Converged Infrastructure (HCI) concepts and solutions such as Dell VXRail
• Strong experience with Tier 2 system administration of server operating systems such as Linux (CentOS, RHEL, or Ubuntu) and Microsoft Server (2012 R2/2016)
• Experience with supporting virtual desktops running Linux, Microsoft Windows, and/or MacOS
• Experience with Scripting/Automation through Linux Shell scripts, PowerShell, PowerCLI, or other scripting languages
• Experience troubleshooting issues in a growing environment
• Experience with log reviews, incident analysis, and identification of issue trends
• Strong experience with server patch management methodologies
• Time management skills with the ability to work within an IT Service Management/ticketing system (ServiceNow) independently
• Ability to triage and properly classify incidents and prioritize work efforts accordingly
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Track record of working effectively within a team, and support to peers toward improved processes and results
• Experience with IT Service Management/ticketing solutions such as Service Now or Remedy

Benefits

• Excellent work-life balance
• Many opportunities for career development and advancement
• Pay-benefits
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off