**Overview**
GovCIO is currently hiring for System Administrator with an active Secret clearance to manage and maintain Red Hat Linux servers, as well as deploy, troubleshoot, and automate Linux virtual machines across various platforms. This position will be located in Fairfax, VA and will be a fully onsite position.
**Responsibilities**
Manages and maintains Red Hat Linux servers, handling installation, configuration, patching, and security hardening. Deploys, troubleshoots, and automates Linux virtual machines across various platforms. Responsible for storage management, network configuration, and creating technical documentation for new tasks and processes.
- Manage user accounts via Active Directory
- Manage Linux with Red Hat Identity Management
- Assist in patching of Linux Servers
- Install Linux Applications on Linux servers
- Assist in the application of systems analysis, techniques, and procedures
- Create and install Linux servers in Nutanix, AWS and Azure
- Deploy new applications
- Install and configure RedHat Enterprise 7, 8 & 9
- Linux system troubleshooting and system maintenance
- Knowledge Bash scripting
- Conduct Linux server security hardening
- Patch servers using Ansible playbooks on Red Hat Satellite server
- Install and update software packages using yum or rpm from Red Hat Network
- Red Hat Package Management (RPM) and YUM package installation and maintenance
- Prepare and provide SOP documents on any new Linux tasks
- Overall management of Redhat Linux Virtual Machines
- Create and install Redhat Linux VMs via Microsoft Azure and AWS
- Add data disk drives to Linux VMs
- Research and troubleshoot complex issues on Redhat Linux Servers
- Monthly patching of Dev and Production Linux VMs
- Create swap space, expanding partitions, and extending disk drive for Linux VMs
- Expand CPUs and RAM on Windows 10 servers
- Back up and restore Virtual Machines as needed
- Interpret system log files, starting and stopping virtual machines, diagnosing, and correcting file permission
- Manage running systems by identifying CPU/memory-intensive processes
- Configure local storage by creating/modifying partitions, logical volumes, and swap non-destructively.
- Assign physical volumes to volume groups; created/modified logical volumes.
- Set filesystems to mount at boot
- Create, mount, and unmount file systems (ext4, xfs)
- Schedule tasks using cron and 'at' utilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot network connectivity
- Configure remote access to services through SSH, NFS, and SMB
**Qualifications**
High School with 10+ years system admin (or commensurate experience)
Required Skills and Experience
+ Clearance Required: Active Secret with ability to obtain and hold DEA suitability
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY AND EXPERTISE
- Operating Systems: RHEL 7.x, 8.x and 9.x
- Hardware: HP ProLiant servers, Dell R810, R710, R610
- Software: Linux file system, MS Office, VMware ESXI 5.x, 6.x, Nutanix Acropolis, Nutanix Prism Element and Central, Apache, Oracle, Azure, AWS
- Servers/Services: NFS, SSH, Telnet, Apache, DNS, Nslookup, Netstat, TCP/IP, Ansible
- VI Editor, VIM, nano
**Company Overview**
GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.
But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?
**What You Can Expect**
**Interview & Hiring Process**
If you are selected to move forward through the process, here's what you can expect:
+ During the Interview Process
+ Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
+ Camera must be on
+ A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
+ During the Hiring Process
+ Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
+ Background check, to include:
+ Criminal history (past 7 years)
+ Verification of your highest level of education
+ Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application
**Employee Perks**
At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our employees have access to a range of perks and benefits to support their personal and professional well-being, beyond the standard company offered health benefits, including:
+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
+ Corporate Discounts
+ Learning & Development platform, to include certification preparation content
+ Training, Education and Certification Assistance*
+ Referral Bonus Program
+ Internal Mobility Program
+ Pet Insurance
+ Flexible Work Environment
*Available to full-time employees
Our employees' unique talents and contributions are the driving force behind our success in supporting our customers, which ultimately fuels the success of our company. Join us and be a part of a culture that invests in its people and prioritizes continuous enhancement of the employee experience.
**We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.
**Posted Pay Range**
The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
**Posted Salary Range**
USD $145,000.00 - USD $173,000.00 /Yr.
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**Location** _US-VA-Fairfax_
**ID** _2025-7069_
**Category** _IT Infrastructure & Network Engineering & Operations_
**Position Type** _Full-Time_