Linux Systems Admin (IE1)

Jovian Concepts, LLC is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator in an Infrastructure Engineer Level 1 role for an exciting opportunity in the Annapolis Junction, MD area. At Jovian Concepts, our people drive our success. We're seeking talented professionals eager to deliver specialized, cutting-edge solutions that protect and support our nation's most critical national security missions. 

• Implement, maintain, and enhance complex research infrastructure and its security posture across classified/unclassified spaces
  
  
  


• Perform Linux and Windows system administration for workstations and servers
  
  
  


• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and integrate GOTS/COTS/open-source solutions
  
  
  


• Support and administer virtualization platforms, compute/storage, and remote access solutions
  
  
  


• Configure and troubleshoot networking and TCP/IP (switching/routing basics, port activation, patching/cabling)
  
  
  


• Build, maintain, and update gold images for Linux and Windows systems; apply baseline configurations and hardening best practices
  
  
  


• Execute routine patching and system/tool updates, and assist with audit/readiness tasks
  
  
  


• Support security administration activities such as endpoint protection, malware detection, intrusion detection, and logging/auditing solutions
  
  
  


• Physically set up, cable, label, and power systems; implement required physical controls in secure spaces
  
  
  


• Execute approved procedures for sanitizing and releasing system components/media
  
  
  


• Maintain working knowledge of security policies, technical safeguards, and operational security measures
  
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience and a Bachelors, 1+ years and a Masters, or a PhD in Computer Science or related discipline. 4 additional years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree, for a total of 7 years of experience
  
  
  


• Demonstrated experience conducting Linux system administration in operational environments.
  
  
  


• Demonstrated work delivery experience supporting IT and telecommunications
  
  
  


• Experience installing/configuring IT/network hardware and software
  
  
  


• Strong communication/ and collaboration skills supporting integrated teams (customer, subcontractors)
  
  
  


• Ability to document configurations and procedures clearly
  
  
  

• Advanced troubleshooting experience with complex network issues such as IPSec, VXLAN, firewalls, load balancing, and DNS
  
  
  


• Experience with VDI and thin client architectures and operations
  
  
  


• Experience administering security tooling such as enterprise antivirus/EDR, malware detection, IDS, and audit/logging solutions
  
  
  


• Familiarity with open-source security/network tools (e.g., Snort)
  
  
  


• Experience with cloud and data platforms such as OpenStack, Hadoop, and/or Cloudera
  
  
  


• Working knowledge of AWS platforms/services and common deployment patterns
  
  
  


• Familiarity with modern network operations and capability delivery processes
  
  
  

Benefits

Our benefits include:

• Great Healthcare Coverage: Three (3) healthcare options through CareFirst BlueChoice Advantage with 50% company-paid premiums. Tax-advantaged health savings account available with two options and up to 100% employer contribution. Dental + Vision: 50% employer-paid premiums for employees and family.
  
  


• Amazing Retirement Savings: 401K - 8% TOTAL CONTRIBUTION - 3% safe harbor - 5% annual profit share. Immediately vested on day one and no matching or additional employee contribution required!
  
  


• Generous Paid Time Off: 5 weeks PTO with no use it or lose it policy + 11 federal holidays + paid hours for company-required all-hands meetings + inclement weather leave
  
  


• Fantastic Education Assistance: Up-front tuition payment program, employees pursuing job related degrees and/or certifications could be eligible for full up-front funding depending on performance and job relevance.
  
  


• WE DON'T STOP THERE — ENJOY MANY MORE BENEFITS! - Basic Life and AD&D insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability at no cost to eligible employees - Up to four (4) weeks paid parental leave - Birthdays and Jovian Concepts’ anniversary recognition and gifts - Annual merit increases - Loyalty bonus- Employee and family-friendly corporate events, including our annual Team Build event and Holiday Party extravaganza.