Linux System Administrator

Rite Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Senior LINUX System Administrator for on-site support at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT). Performing various system administration duties in a large Windows and Linux environment. Assist in implementing, supporting, and troubleshooting Linux issues relating to performance and compliance and security hardening.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Extensive knowledge (7+ years' experience) of implementing and supporting Red Hat or similar distributions of Linux.
• Enterprise Automation using Ansible Tower.
• Monitor network security trends and emerging concerns and work with management to address risks.
• Review vendor-issued security releases and identify remedial steps. Implement changes as approved by the government manager
• Detailed knowledge of Linux and Windows security hardening principles and practices
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal, communication skills
• Act as subject matter expert on implementing and supporting Linux in an enterprise and R&D Lab environment
• Detailed knowledge of integrating Linux within an Active Directory/Delania formally Centrify based environment
• Provide contact and problem resolution for users with hardware, software and applications problems.
• Provide computer compliance and technical support for Linux, software and peripherals and support maintenance of internal custom applications.
• Routine research and implementation of compliance solutions in strict accordance with established guidelines.

Additional Requirements

• 7+ years' experience assisting in implementing, supporting, and troubleshooting Linux issues relating to performance and compliance and security hardening
• Experience with scripting languages and automation techniques
• Candidate must be certified (CompTIA Security+ CE and Linux certification)
• Excellent communication skills required
• Position requires U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance with the US government; active security clearance preferred
• Military or government experience preferred but not necessary

Who are we?

Rite-Solutions, Inc. is a growing and innovative CMMI Level III software and systems engineering company. We value the experience of the employee, their wellbeing, and their experience on a personal and professional level as part of the key fabric in building and maintaining an innovative and culture rich experience for the employee and their family. This commitment to our company and our employees has been recognized as we were awarded: Providence Business News "Best Places to Work" for 2021 and 2023; "Great Place to Work" Certification in 2022 and 2023; and Hire VETs Medallion Award in 2021, 2022, and 2023!

All positions require a pre-employment background check.

As an EOE/AA employer, Rite-Solutions will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

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