Linux Systems Administrator Tier I

AMERICAN SYSTEMS

United States, Texas, Dallas

Feb 19, 2025

Linux Systems Administrator Tier I

Location

US-TX-Dallas

ID

2025-2116

Category

IT / Cyber Security / Network Systems

Position Type

Full-Time

Remote

Clearance Required

Top Secret/SCI

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

As a Tier I Linux Systems Administrator with AMERICAN SYSTEMS you will have the opportunity to do the following:

Perform general Systems Administrator functions supporting all HPC users with courteous responses to their HPC system operations and maintenance activities issues.

Support Senior Systems Administrators (SA) in optimizing the functionality and performance of hardware and software components.
Ensure availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of servers, workstations, and data storage systems (Lustre, Bright Cluster)
Support other System Administrators (SA) in creating, administering, and managing Linux user accounts.
Triage Tier 1 Service desk tickets and produce service ticket reports and performance metrics.

Support Linux SA and Engineering team in installation and testing of HPC system components, including setup and configuration of:

Hardware and software
Computing and data storage servers
Networking equipment
Computing peripherals

Provide responsive backup management, security issues, set up and configuration of Linux servers and software.
Perform timely hardware replacement not covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements.
Assist Network personnel in configuration of networking equipment, ensuring network security, and managing firewalls.
Implement necessary measures to comply with all Program security requirements.
Adhere to all IT policies, processes, and procedures.
Manage changing priorities.

Qualifications

Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility
Bachelor's degree in STEM discipline (e.g., CS, Engineering, Information Technology, etc.) and 5+ years of experience
Current IAT II Certification (e.g., Security+ CE)
VMware vSphere 6 and up
Scripting (BASH, Python, or Perl)
Familiarity with Kubernetes, containerized technology, Ansible, and PostgreSQL
Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF), and securing and hardening Linux systems to meet RMF controls.
Experience with CUDA, Google TensorFlow, or similar toolsets.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $78,100.00/Yr. - USD $164,300.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status