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We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced, self-directed, Linux Systems Administrator (SA). This position is in support of a Department of Defense (DoD) organization, US EUCOM located OCONUS in Stuttgart, Germany. This position is required to travel OCONUS.

As a Linux Systems Administrator, you will take ownership of configuring, optimizing, and maintaining our Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and other Linux-based systems. Drawing on your 7-9 years of IT experience, you will troubleshoot, monitor, and secure Linux environments that support critical infrastructure for global military operations. Your responsibilities will include ensuring high availability, peak performance, and the overall integrity of these systems to meet the demands of mission-critical services.

To be considered in addition to experience you must have the following:

Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance with the ability to maintain the Clearance.RedHat Certified Solutions Associate or greater, Linux+, LPIC (1,2, or 3), or comparable computer certification.CompTIA Security + (IAT Level II or greater)

So, what will you be doing in this role?

CACI has an excellent opportunity for an experienced, self-directed, Linux Systems Administrator (SA). This position is in support of a Department of Defense (DoD) organization, US EUCOM located OCONUS in Stuttgart, Germany. This position is required to travel OCONUS.

As a Linux Systems Administrator, you will take ownership of configuring, optimizing, and maintaining our Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and other Linux-based systems. Drawing on your 7-9 years of IT experience, you will troubleshoot, monitor, and secure Linux environments that support critical infrastructure for global military operations. Your responsibilities will include ensuring high availability, peak performance, and the overall integrity of these systems to meet the demands of mission-critical services.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

Manage and monitor system resources to ensure optimal performance, including performing capacity planning and implementing best practices for system optimization.Administer Linux-based systems by handling tasks such as installation, configuration, patching, and security hardening, adhering to DISA STIG requirements for system security. Support automation of system administration tasks using shell scripting or tools like Ansible, GitLab, AWX/AAP, PowerShell, and participate in the development of CI/CD pipelines for future automation efforts.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, providing limited support for Windows and networking systems when necessary.Contribute to incident resolution by troubleshooting system issues in real time, delivering Tier 2/3 support for Linux-based systems and applications.Systems and tools you may work with include, but are not limited to: ServiceNow, RHEL, Ubuntu, NXLog/SYSLog, Red Hat Satellite, Content Delivery Nodes, AWX/Ansible Automation Platform, GitLab, Clevis & Tang, Apache, and Splunk.Hands-on experience with automation tools like Ansible, Bash scripting, or similar technologies.Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM) and containerization (Docker, Openshift, Kubernetes) is a plus.A solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).Security awareness with experience implementing best practices to ensure system integrity and compliance.Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly in a Linux environment and working with the DOD.Ensures the security of business systems and applications, mitigating new vulnerabilities to meet the latest Cyber/IA requirements. Reviews and prepares documentation for systems, tests and installation of software.Investigates and recommends methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

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. May provide work direction and guidance to others.

More About the Role:

The successful candidate must be able to communicate clearly and succinctly both written and orally, and present products and ideas in a business-like manner. The candidate will be required to work in dynamic fast paced environments that require team interaction and coordination of efforts. The candidate must be experienced in interfacing with both client managers and system users.

Specifically, Systems Administrators (SA) will be responsible for supporting systems and applications on a geographically dispersed Enterprise network with multiple types of servers and server applications. The SA will be responsible for system administrator functions supporting a global Active Directory infrastructure in a mixed platform environment. The SA will provide senior level knowledge and Tier 1/2/3 support to the customer and their components to include Tier 1/2/3 infrastructure troubleshooting and support that involves the configuration and administration of servers in their area of operation.

Additionally, the SA will provide remote support and/or travel to customer servers and sites as required. The ideal candidate will have experience maintaining and supporting network devices consisting of primarily Cisco routers and switches. Using this knowledge, the system administrator will be successful in providing necessary administration and maintenance support of this system.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

Able to hold an adjudicated TS/SCI clerance.BA/BS + 3 years recent specialized or AA/AS +7 years recent specialized or a major cert + 7 years recent specialized or 11 years of recent specialized experienceRedHat Certified Solutions Associate or greater, Linux+, LPIC (1,2, or 3), or comparable computer certification.CompTIA Security + (IAT Level II or greater)These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:ITIL v3 - Foundation

Automation using Microsoft PowerShell, VBScript, or batch files Experience with Microsoft SCCM Experience working in VmWare ESXi environments. Experience with network storage (SAN/NAS). Experience with enterprise backup solutions. Adaptable to changing circumstances and operational needs. Understanding of Department of Defense Military standards. Experience working with and supporting Cisco Routers and Switches

Why join us? Perks include:

    • Paid relocation to/from OCONUS location

    • Overseas living allowance(s) - HOLA and COLA

    • Foreign Earned Income Tax Exemption

    • Benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance; paid time off; 401k with company match; etc.

    • Base access (Exchange, dining, post office, commissary access, etc.)

    • Thriving Expat Community to discover Germany and Europe and more!

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Original Posting Date:2025-01-13

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.