Linux Systems Administrator

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The Senior Linux System Administrator will manage servers that process data from a global network of buoys at the National Data Buoy Center (NDBC). The position is located at the NDBC facility at Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. Telework is partially authorized, but regular in‑office presence is required, including the ability to come into the office for hands‑on resolution of issues.

• Participate in a rotation to provide 24x7x365 on‑call support for the primary IT mission essential data processing, applications, and functions to support continuity of operations of the NDBC information system.
• Support IT architecture improvements to ensure continuity of operations for primary mission essential functions and the flow of data.
• Support the annual NDBC IT Assessment and Authorization (A&A) audits through security patching and configuration updates; address changes required by Plan of Action & Milestones (POAM) to help maintain NDBC’s Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Maintain all Linux‑based servers and clients on premises and in an AWS cloud environment.
• Follow system administration best practices. Patch and configure systems in compliance with NOAA security requirements.
• Upgrade operating systems in advance of end‑of‑support dates.
• Support software development efforts. Deploy software application updates for both COTS and internal applications.
• Plan and implement migration of local systems to a cloud environment, where possible, in a cost‑effective manner. Ensure reliable system and data backups.
• Manage and maintain server certificates. Maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux subscriptions.
• Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required.
• Communicate and brief upcoming maintenance efforts and anticipated impacts to stakeholders.
• Implement strategies to automate routine្ថ administration tasks.
• Maintain and monitor data center environmental equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent. Experience may be considered as an equivalent.
• U.S. Citizenship or a valid Green Card required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
• Must be local or prepared to relocate to the Stennis, MS area and willing to be onsite 5 days per week.
• Must be able to pass an extensive federal government e‑QIP background check and obtain a Public Trust security clearance.
• 8+ years or more experience preferred in installation/​configuration, operation, and maintenance of IT system hardware and software and related IT infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge and experience supporting Red Hat Linux, Apache, Tomcat, drivers, applications, vulnerabilities, security requirements and postures, quarterly STIG updates.
• Knowledge of AWS solutions and migration of Linux systems eyewitness.
• Understanding of programming languages such as Java, Python, PHP, and Perl.
• Experience in installing and maintaining system hardware, operating systems, software systems, network systems, and security systems.
• Experience applying OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrades of administrative tools and utilities; configuring, adding, and removing services as necessary Obluse.
• Experience implementing automation to streamline recurring system administration tasks; experience جاسیکا with scripting languages.
• Experience with AWS Lambda, containers, EC2 instances desirable.
• Able to work autonomously and take initiative in identifying areas for improvement and proposing solutions.
• Able to communicate effectively with coworkers and stakeholders.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

• Prior government experience.
• Previous/current CAC card holder.

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Information Technology

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.