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Job Description
Job Description:
MTS STAFF is looking to hire a mid-senior level Unix System Administrator for a client located in Washington, DC. This is a short term contract position (3-6 months but may extend longer). The position is 100% remote in DC. If you are interested please contact Rhoni Watson: with your updated Resume in word format and a good time/number to reach you.
Position: Linux System Administrator
Location: Washington, DC. (REMOTE)
Clearance: Candidates must be US Citizens or permanent residents
Duration:3-6 month contract (possible extension)
Responsibilities
The position will be focused on:
-patching Unix servers
- documentation and providing logs upon request from the Application programmers and developers
-analyzing Rapid7 vulnerability reports
-work through Sys-test and UAT on vulnerability remediation.
Essential Job Functions
Analyzes, logs, tracks and resolves complex software/hardware matters of significance pertaining to networking connectivity issues, printers, servers, and applications to meet business needs.
Coordinates hardware/software installations and upgrades to ensure work is properly performed according to company policy. Recommends resolution to complex matters of significance and coordinates the implementation of the approved course of action.
Coordinates and monitors troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common system problems; documents system events to ensure continuous functioning. Recommends course of action and implements as approved.
Oversees the installation of client department-specific applications and systems. Ensures installations are according to appropriate operating procedures; determines revisions or updates to installation as needed.
Coordinates testing, upgrades and configuration of system files and services. Ensures changes are according to appropriate operating procedures; recommends revisions or changes based upon results. Prepares for and prescribes approaches to possible downstream implications.
Utilizes standard corporate tools to record change and problem activities for tracking purposes
Qualifications:
6-10 years of experience as a Linux/Unix Systems Admin.
Experience with
Oracle Solaris: Unix operating system
Writing/Modifying shell scripts
Red Hat (6, 7, 8)
Web Logic
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications: Red Hat Cert.; COMPTIA Sec +; etc
Associates or Bachelors degree
Additional information about the client: Employees are well diversified, community involvement and wellness programs are strongly encouraged. Metro Accessible (close to Union Station)
EEO Employer
MTS STAFF is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. MTS will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Requirements
- Red Hat Linux
- Windows OS
- Active Directory
- VMware
- Patching (Satellite and WSUS)
- File Transfers
- STE/STN experience a plus
- Account Management
- Scripting a plus
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
Application Question(s):
- Can you travel to the following states, Maryland, Southeastern PA, Eastern part of Virginia?
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
- Health insurance
Red Hat Linux Windows OS Active Directory VMware Patching (Satellite and WSUS) File Transfers STE/STN expereince a plus Account Management Scripting a plus
Employment Type
Full Time
