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.
• Click "Apply Now" and take the next step
• toward joining the Jovian Concepts team!
• CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: A current and active TS/SCI clearance with a Maryland (MD) polygraph is required for consideration. CCA candidates will not be considered for this position at this time.
• The Linux System Administrator will be
• responsible for providing support for implementation, troubleshooting and
• maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system
• infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides support to
• IT systems including day-to-day operations,monitoring and problem resolution for all of the
• client/server/storage/network devices, mobile devices, etc. Provides Tier 1
• (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and
• resolution of problems. Provides support for the escalation and communication
• of status to agency management and internal customers. Provides support for the
• dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution
• process. Configures and manages LINUX and Windows operating systems and
• installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity
• and configures network components along with implementing operating systems
• enhancements to improve reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• 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

• CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: A current and active TS/SCI clearance with a Maryland (MD) polygraph is required for consideration. CCA candidates will not be considered for this position at this time.
• 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

Desired Skills

• 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

• In a recent employee survey, Jovian Concepts earned a 92%
• Overall Workplace Experience Score, and 100% of employees agreed that they
• would highly recommend working at Jovian Concepts to others. A comprehensive
• benefits package is one of the ways Jovian Concepts supports an exceptional
• work-life balance, and we remain committed to providing the best for the best!

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.

Disclaimer

• Benefits offered by Jovian Concepts may vary based on work location, clearance
• level, eligibility, and other applicable criteria. Specific benefits,
• eligibility, and availability are not guaranteed and may differ from those
• generally described and are subject to change at the company's
• discretion.