Linux System Administrator – Senior Level

Description

Job Description:

As the largest provider of IT services, Leidos develops and sustains large data and technology infrastructures and integrates complex law enforcement IT system for a number of US federal agencies.  At Leidos we offer engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals and growth.  This particular role would be serving a federal law enforcement agency in Clarksburg, WV.

Primary Responsibilities

• • Responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems. System administrator will ensure the uptime, performance, resources, and security of the computers they manage meet the needs of the users.  The systems administrator could be focused in one or more of the following areas:
• A database administrator (DBA) maintains a database system, and is responsible for the integrity of the data and the efficiency and performance of the system.
• A network administrator maintains network infrastructure such as switches and routers, and diagnoses problems with these or with the behavior of network-attached computers.
• A security administrator is a specialist in computer and network security, including the administration of security devices such as firewalls, as well as consulting on general security measures.
• A web administrator maintains web server services that allow for internal or external access to web sites.  Tasks include managing multiple sites, administering security, and configuring necessary components and software.
• Responsibilities may also include software change management.
• A system programmer creates, modifies, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run.  They may also develop and write computer programs to store, locate, and retrieve specific documents, data, and information.
• A computer operator performs routine maintenance and upkeep, such as changing backup tapes or replacing failed drives.
• Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments.
• Plans and leads major technology assignments.
• Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success.
• Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments.
• May supervise others.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems Management, other related discipline, or equivalent experience; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 4-8 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2-6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently to develop creative solutions
• Ability to work well within a small team environment
• Strong communication skills
• US Citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

• Operating Systems: Linux
• Software development tools: JIRA, Confluence
• Languages/frameworks: JIRA
• Source control tools: GIT
• DOD Top Secret Clearance (SCI) is required.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 44,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here.

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Commitment to Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.