Senior Linux Systems Administrator

Leidos

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Bay Saint Louis, MS
Salary
$92,300–$166,850 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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This role pays less than 63% of similar roles. Most pay $121,706–$186,625 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $154k for comparable roles.

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Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.

Leidos currently has 439 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $92,300–$166,850 across 353 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Linux Systems Administrator

The Senior Linux Systems Administrator will join a team supporting high-performance computing environments for the Department of War at Stennis Space Center. In this role, you will provide expert-level administration of RedHat Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability for scientists. Key responsibilities include leading a team of Linux professionals, performing system enhancements, and managing the Enterprise Satellite server for software deployment. You will automate routine tasks using Ansible and monitor systems to meet service level agreements. Required technical skills include extensive experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Red Hat Satellite, and Ansible automation. You must also possess troubleshooting skills, Bash or Python scripting knowledge, and the ability to perform acceptance testing of modules and subsystems within a mission-critical production environment.

What you'll do

  • Provide expert-level administration of RedHat Linux systems to ensure optimal performance and security.
  • Lead a team of Linux administrators by providing technical guidance and project leadership.
  • Manage the Enterprise Satellite server for software deployment and updates.
  • Automate routine and complex tasks using Ansible to improve operational efficiency.
  • Monitor and tune systems to meet performance levels and service level agreements.
  • Perform acceptance testing of modules, subsystems, and total systems.
  • Maintain documentation and records to demonstrate adherence to regulatory requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of Linux Systems Administration experience (additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
  • Current DoW 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) prior to start.
  • One of the following Linux certifications prior to start: RHCSA, CompTIA Linux+, or LPIC-1.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance, or the ability to obtain Interim Secret eligibility prior to start (U.S. Citizenship required).
  • Extensive experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.
  • Experience with Red Hat Satellite administration.
  • Hands-on experience developing automation using Ansible.
  • Experience supporting High Performance Computing (HPC) or large-scale enterprise environments (preferred).

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