Mid Level Linux System Administrator

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County headquartered in Huntsville AL. Our team provides superior research development and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nations top 100 defense companies the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: Lighting the Pathway of Freedom. And as a Certified Evergreen ESOP we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies Inc. is seeking a motivated Mid-Level Linux System Administrator that can work with a diverse team to monitor update and support a digital simulation lab. Seeking a candidate with a strong background in Linux networking and security. Knowledge with a configuration management focus is a plus. Candidates will perform firmware updates software updates network configurations and standing up new systems. This lab supports an independent test platform for the THAAD weapons system.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Installation configuration and maintenance of system hardware and software on multiple Linux platforms to include RHEL 7-10.
• Network switch configuration and maintenance.
• Provide support for systems and users.
• Complete cybersecurity scans for the lab systems.
• Provide troubleshooting support for hardware and software.
• Manage user accounts on classified systems using multi-factor authentication.
• Performing system backups and restores.
• As required develop Plans of Action & Mitigation (POA&M) to document deviations from approved DISA STIG requirements.
• Ability to step through automating Operating System builds (Ansible).
• Must be familiar with populating DISA STIG checklists.
• Must be familiar with DISA STIG tools and documents.
• Must be familiar with Evaluate-STIG software for vulnerability scanning.

Job Requirements:

• US Citizenship.
• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Computer Science a related field or equivalent experience.
• 6 years related Linux systems administration experience. Classified lab networking and hardware knowledge.
• Knowledge with a configuration management focus is a plus.
• The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills both oral and written; exhibit the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic customer focused work environment.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Previous networks experience.
• Linux and Security certifications.
• Off Hours support will sometimes be required as mission dictates to support test events.
• Must have an active secret security clearance.

Desired skills:

• Previous experience in configuration management and automated Operating System build.
• Strong Cybersecurity knowledge.
• Ansible is also a plus.

Schedule:M-F 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site

Travel:Yes Up to-20%

Relocation Assistance Available:No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment a competitive salary and an excellent comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability flexible spending accounts Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts EAP education assistance paid time off and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

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