What you'll do

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and updating the Linux environment for the USCENTCOM enterprise. You will build, configure, and administrate all aspects of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 6, 7, & 8. You must be able to apply security hardness according to DISA STIG requirements. You will build, configure, and administrate Red Hat Satellite Server 6.x. Be able to export/import Satellite repository from connected networks to multiple disconnected networks. You must be familiar with ansible and be able to deploy playbooks via the Red Hat Satellite Server and manage users and groups accordingly. Other responsibilities are listed below:

• Setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software, validating and implementing critical system patches, and allocating mass storage space.
• Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
• Assist in the implementation of policies and standards related to the use of computing resources, overall strategy, design, implementation, and operational aspects of multiple systems, operating environments, and related software.
• Schedules, plans, and oversees system upgrades.
• Develops functional requirements through interaction with end-users and coordinates with development team on systematic enhancements or changes.
• Reviews the efficiency and effectiveness of the process for controlling problems.
• Performs a variety of difficult assignments associated with monitoring and controlling computer operating systems.
• Analyzes system faults and troubleshoots and runs diagnostic tests on operating systems and hardware to detect problems.
• Evaluates and installs developed software during various phases of testing.
• Reviews and prepares documentation for systems, tests and installation of software.
• Investigates and recommends methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Initiates preventive maintenance on the operating systems as well as repair to system/environment problems.
• Administers systems/environment solutions for multiple projects with varying schedules.
• Interfaces with vendors for trouble calls.
• Supports the planning of system/environment requirements for individual projects.
• Producing management information related to problem management.
• Allocating resources to support efforts related to problem management.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of error control and making recommendations for improving.
• Ensuring problems are escalated and tracked at the proper priority level.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent (four-year college or university) in an IT-related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Five or more (5+) years of progressively responsible experience is desired or 9+ year's experience in lieu of education
• Active Top Secret Clearance
• Experience working with Linux, Windows Server, VMware, and Active Directory
• DOD 8570 IAT Level II
• A commitment to your profession demonstrated by participation in providing support, guidance and memberships in professional associations
• Experience training system users in systems operation or maintenance
• A desire to join some of the most capable and experienced telecommunications and engineering professionals in the industry and contribute to the ongoing growth of our venture together

Why you'll want to join us

Impassioned strategic thinkers who are eager to learn, grow and contribute to a shared company mission. At Mission1st, the members of our team have the opportunity to broaden their minds, amplify their skills, build worthwhile relationships with the industry’s best of the best, and have a direct impact on our company’s success!

Along with our dynamic company culture and collaborative environment, you will have the opportunity to harmonize your personal and professional life and grow immensely.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
• Flexible paid time off (employees are encouraged to spend four weeks away from the office each year)
• A generous 401(k) plan
• A corporate wellness program
• Tuition reimbursement