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Systems Planning and Analysis

Provides data-driven national security analytics

Linux Administrator

System AdministrationUpdated on Nov 5
Full-timeHuntsville, AL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, electronics engineering, or computer engineering is required.
  • At least 8 years of experience as a Systems Administrator is required.
  • At least 5 years of experience configuring, administering, and maintaining Linux computer systems is required.
  • Current Security+ and either Linux+ or Red Hat certifications are required.
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7, 8, 9, and/or 10 is required.
  • Experience configuring and managing physical and/or virtual machine environments is required.
  • Basic network knowledge is required.
  • Ability to work in a rapidly changing customer environment in a closed lab is required.
  • An active Secret security clearance that can be maintained throughout employment is required.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze system logs and identify potential issues with computer systems.
  • Apply operating system updates, patches, and configuration changes.
  • Install and configure new hardware and software.
  • Add, remove, or update user account information, including resetting passwords.
  • Manage system security.
  • Document system configurations.
  • Troubleshoot anomalies.
  • Train personnel on use of the system.
  • Support Approval to Operate requirements.
  • Work directly with end customers to meet their needs while ensuring computer system performance and security.
  • Support the Tactical Innovation and Experimentation Lab through upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems.

Desired Qualifications

  • Windows workstation and server experience.
  • Active Directory experience.
  • Experience with OpenShift.
  • Experience with Ansible Automation.
  • Experience with Department of Defense security compliance, including NIST 800-171, CMMC, and DISA STIGs.
  • Experience in scripting languages.
  • Experience with Layer 2/Layer 3 switching and routing, management of Cisco devices, and working knowledge of firewall technologies.
  • Experience supporting Risk Management Framework security plans, procedures, and compliance.
  • Experience with any of HPE/Synergy, Synology, NetApp, Veeam, or GitLab.

About the Company

Systems Planning and Analysis

Provides data-driven national security analytics

SPA is a global advisory firm that supports U.S. national security decision-making by using modeling, simulation, and rigorous analysis to inform programs across the Navy, DoD, Homeland Security, and Energy. Its products rely on building models, running simulations, and applying data science, wargaming, and digital engineering in an advanced analytics lab to forecast outcomes and compare options. The firm differentiates itself through a 50-year track record, strong government relationships, and growth via acquisitions that broaden capabilities in space, data science, and wargaming, plus an in-house Office of Innovation. Its goal is to accelerate the delivery of accurate, actionable analyses and new capabilities that help defense leaders choose the best paths for programs and investments.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
N/A
Total funding
$20.1M
Headquarters
Alexandria, VA
Founded
1972

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