Please take this opportunity to join one of GDIT's fastest long-standing growing programs! US Battlefield Information Collection and Exploitation System eXtended (US BICES-X) is a cutting edge program supporting DoD intelligence information sharing on current and emerging global threats to mission and coalition partners and emerging nations. With an internationally dispersed team supporting each combatant command, the US BICES-X team is in direct support of the war fighter and their missions. We are seeking a creative and driven professional with a passion for solving real world issues on a cross-functional, fast paced team.

The team is designing and building an enterprise network based on the core, aggregate, and edge architecture to support USBICES global enterprise mission support services.

Responsibilities:
• Automate installation of software using tools such as Puppet, Ansible, Bash, and/or Python
• Provide higher tier support and in-depth hardware and OS troubleshooting, configuration, backup, security measures, backup, and disaster recovery services.
• Develop advanced Linux-based solutions in support of enterprise level systems to include local repository management, centralized user management, multifactor authentication, DNS, DHCP, time services, security automation, and enterprise-wide log collection, monitoring, and analysis.
• Develop installation procedures and automation for Red Hat infrastructure and third-party software.
• Develop strategies and automation to maintain the security posture of all Linux resources to a level consistent with a DISA reportable systems.
• Develop methods for deploying development environments that mirror production environments for risk mitigation in test and evaluation of software and hardware solutions.
• Develop and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux baseline images for deployment in disconnected secure environments.
• Develop and provide documentation and training to System Administrators of various Linux based technical solutions.
• Determine system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.
• Provide input and participation in briefings, transitioning concepts to execution, course of action (COA) development, and assisting in project technical planning and implementation.
• Develop and maintain standard operation procedures (SOPs) and system documentation.
• Collaborate with managers, network and systems engineers, team members, and customers on solutions and issues.
• Review, analyze, and verify current security configuration and effectiveness in response to DoD requirements and emerging threats.
• Achieve and maintain Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance.
• Continuous improvement mindset to ensure quality of delivered services.
• Mentor and coach less experienced team members.
• May be required to perform duties outside of normal day shift hours to include weekends/holidays.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
• 5 years as a Systems Administrator/Engineer
• Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree may substitute additional years of experience
• DOD Directive 8750 Compliant (i.e. CompTIA Security+)
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
• Proficiency with automation/scripting languages Puppet, Ansible, Bash, etc.
• Proficiency working in a team with Git source control manager.
• Experience with Linux System Administration and Linux System Hardening.
• Experience with RHEL 7/8/9 OS platform.
• A demonstrated strong working knowledge of Virtual infrastructure technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools such as Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines, or GitLab
• Experience delivering solutions in accordance with agile and waterfall methodologies.

Work Requirements

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Years of Experience
5 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

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Certification

Travel Required
None

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Citizenship
U.S. Citizenship Required

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.