Systems Administrator III (Linux/RedHat)

Job Description

Salary:

INODE is a leading information technology (IT) professional services Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, business intelligence, and data science services for federal, state and local organizations. We are seeking a Systems Administrator III with a strong Linux and RedHat skill set to support the USAF on an IT Support Services contract. The Systems Administrator III will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems to ensure high availability, security, and performance of critical applications. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in system administration and optimization, coupled with a strong understanding of scientific software and collaborative research environments. This is a salaried, full-time, mid shiftonsite position at Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex

Job Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen

Must have an active US DoD Top Secret or higher clearance

Active IAT Level II or higher certification

Available to work onsite Monday-Friday Mid Shift

Server & Virtual Environment Management experience necessary

Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems (RHEL 7/8/9).

Ensure security and stability by applying timely patches, firmware updates, and security best practices

Monitor system performance and ensure availability and reliability of Linux servers.

Troubleshoot hardware, software, and networking issues.

Automate tasks using shell scripting or tools such as Ansible or Puppet.

Manage user accounts, permissions, and file systems.

Maintain system security by implementing access controls, firewalls, and SELinux policies.

Backup and restore systems using tools like rsync, tar, or enterprise backup solutions.

Work closely with developers and other IT team members to support infrastructure needs.

Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and changes.

Participate in on-call rotation and respond to critical system outages.

Administer and optimize NAS, SANs, and related technologies to meet performance and capacity requirements

Ensure system stability, security, and performance by implementing best practices for government type systems

Implement and maintain backup/recovery processes and disaster recovery strategies

Install, configure, and manage relational databases (Microsoft SQL, MySQL, Oracle) as well as open-source data solutions

Develop and maintain automation scripts (Perl/Python, shell scripting) to streamline system administration tasks

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deploy integrated information systems, documenting technical specifications and workflows.

Contribute to strategies for issue remediation and future avoidance, proposing innovative solutions based on best practices

Provide user training, technical guidance, and excellent customer support aligned with a cooperative, service-oriented attitude

Promote and follow version control best practices (e.g., Git) for system configuration, scripts, and documentation updates

Maintain comprehensive documentation of system architectures, configurations, and standard operating procedures

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED

7+ years of experience with Linux/Red Hat administration required

3+ years of experience in SAN/NAS administration desired

Active CompTIA Security+ CE Certification required

Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) certification preferred- must be willing to achieve and maintain certification within 90 days otherwise

Proficiency with RedHat package management, performance tuning, and system security

Strong scripting skills (Perl/Python, BASH, shell) for automation and system maintenance

Practical knowledge of VMware ESX, Microsoft SQL, MySQL, Oracle databases necessary

Demonstrated experience administering virtual server environments, and large-scale Linux based infrastructures

Experience using and administering version control systems desired

At INODE, we know that employees who are valued, involved, and both encouraged and supported to grow are what drives our success. As such, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

Monthly Office Support Stipend

Training and Tuition Plan

401K Safe Harbor IRA with 3% Employer Contribution and Profit-Sharing Options

Complimentary Financial Advisement

Healthcare - Medical, Dental, Vision

Life and AD&D Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Benefits Advocate Access

11 Paid Holidays per Year

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Military, Bereavement, and Parental Leave

Fitness Membership Sponsorship

Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

Employee Referral Program

Cash Bonus Incentives for Business Growth

++Final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, certifications and/or experience. Hiring at the maximum range would not be typical in order to allow for future & continued compensation growth.++

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Full-time