Linux Systems Administrator II (TS/SCI w/ POLYGRAPH)

COMSO, Inc. is a powerhouse when it comes to empowering federal government stakeholders to fulfill their mission with confidence and efficiency. Our staff brings knowledgeable IT systems expertise, software development proficiency, innovative learning solutions for workforce development, and exceptional operations and production support. We were founded in 1988, and remain a recognized woman owned small business, operating in several states including Maryland, Georgia, Hawaii, Texas, and Alaska. We are honored to be recognized as a Top Workplace for eight years running by the Baltimore Sun Media Group.

**SECURITY CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED: TS/SCI w/ POLYGRAPH BEFORE CONSIDERATION**

Qualifications:

• Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. 
• Five (5) years of additional SA experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. 
• Certifications: Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAT Level II (SEC+, CCNA)

Job Description:

• Work in an environment where you can help design the architecture and develop solutions to meet organizational needs.
• Looking for an innovative, motivated individual to join a small, talented, and hardworking Linux team in a hybrid cloud environment.
• This team creates, maintains, and troubleshoots Linux instances on multiple networks, in multiple architectures.
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on Linux administration and scripting automation experience with knowledge of AWS Cloud technologies a plus.
• Candidate must work well in a small team setting, have a desire to learn and grow their skillset.

Required Skills:

• Some Linux administration experience configuring, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with team members and/or service owners
• Ability to work in a team environment

Desired Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Ability to create, debug, and implement Bash, Python, Puppet and/or Ansible automation scripts
• Knowledge of AWS, specifically EC2 Auto Scaling
• Knowledge of AWS-CLI and Boto3

Benefits:

• 100% company-paid Medical deductible w/ low premiums, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-term & Long-term Disability
• 401K: 6% dollar-for-dollar match (vested immediately)
• Parental Leave (same amount of time for mother & father)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Federal Holidays
• Birthday Holiday
• 2-week fully paid Sabbatical every 5 years
• Emergency Facility Closure Days

COMSO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.