Linux Systems Administrator

Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
National Security – Enterprise Services /
On-site
At INflow Federal, we're not just navigating the frontier of digital transformation; we're reshaping it. Our dedication to merging the prowess of humans and machines to solve complex problems has set us apart in designing and engineering solutions for the Department of Defense (DoD) networks. Here, every challenge is an opportunity to advance, and every solution is a step towards a more secure and connected future. We look forward to welcoming you to the INflow team!

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

As a Linux Systems Administrator at INflow Federal, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining and troubleshooting our Linux-based systems. Your strong Linux skills, experience as a Linux system administrator, and troubleshooting capabilities will be vital in addressing operational issues and solving problems as they arise. This role requires a hands-on approach, focusing on operations and firefighting problems to ensure system stability and reliability.

At INflow Federal, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, leverage the latest technologies, and thrive in a culture that values creativity and collaboration. Your expertise will make a significant impact on our mission to support DoD customers with advanced technical solutions.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Provide system administration support for Linux operating systems including installing software, applying patches, managing file systems, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting alerts from monitoring tools. 
    • Analyzes and resolves problems associated with the operating system, servers, hardware, and applications software. Detects, diagnoses, and reports related problems on servers, including system failure analysis and recovery, insuring the consistency and integrity of file systems.
    • In-depth hardware configuration knowledge, shell programming expertise, and a solid understanding of standard concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, performs a variety of tasks, and works under general supervision.
    • Responsible for daily monitoring of interface programs between multiple enterprise systems; review daily logs and ensure successful completion.
    • Perform incremental and full cold backups/patching.
    • Responsible for DoD Linux Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
    • Provide performance metrics and usage charts, including CPU usage, disk usage and network uptime for the Linux Servers.
    • Provide general maintenance, upgrades, and new installation of servers and coordinate with data center personnel to execute. Document and generate business processes for day-to-day and emergency support procedures.
    • Install, test, and verify Linux Security patches; coordinating, documenting requirements and timelines, and working closely with service owners.
    • Perform systems security administration functions, including creation and maintenance of customer profiles and accounts.
    • Responsible for creating and/or maintaining standard operating procedures for the Linux documentation library.
    • Implement, configure, update, and maintain servers via Ansible.
    • Implement, configure, update, and maintain STIGs for servers and workstations.
    • Implement, configure, update, and maintain the Linux operating system firewall.
    • Experience in handling NFS, CIFS, and SMB permissions.

Required Skills:

    • Experience managing RHEL Linux servers
    • Highly versed in Linux administration and best practices
    • Familiar with enterprise network architectures
    • Experience with automated configuration management (Ansible, Puppet, Chef, etc.)
    • Familiar in programming/scripting skills for automation (Bash, Ruby, Python, Perl, etc.)
    • General understanding of Linux internals (system calls, file systems, processes, etc.)
    • General understanding of TCP/IP and related protocols (HTTP, FTP, NFS, etc.)
    • Excellent problem solving, analytical, and decision-making capabilities, including understanding user requirements, troubleshooting technical issues, resolving issues and challenges, and developing creative solutions for process improvement.
    • Dependability, in that the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction, and solicits feedback to improve.
    • Must have customer service experience as this position will require candidate to engage with senior military and government leadership. 
    • Must be able to engage with stakeholders to ensure tasks are progressing and meeting timelines.
    • Excellent communication, documentation, organization and teamwork skills
    • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Education and Experience Requirements

    • Bachelors Degree in a related field plus 5 years of additional experience
    • CompTIA Security+ CE
    • RHEL or Linux certification highly desired

Clearance Requirements

    • Active DoD TS/SCI (with ability to obtain CI poly)
About Us
Founded in 2013, INflow Federal has distinguished itself through our exceptional services because of our deep-rooted commitment to our people. The ‘INflow difference’ lies in our profound appreciation of employee culture, fueling an obsession with the well-being and professional growth of our team. This employee-centric ethos has been pivotal to our enduring success, directly translating into significant benefits for our customers.
Our identity is greatly influenced by the contributions of US Military Veterans. INflow’s Veteran Outreach Program, dedicated to recruiting transitioning military personnel, has been a resounding success. Veterans now represent over 50% of our workforce, bringing invaluable experience and insight that have been crucial in steering our customers’ success.

As a dynamic small business at the forefront of innovation, INflow boasts extensive expertise in Network Modernization, Cybersecurity, and Data Modernization in support of Joint Force Mission Operations. Our reach extends to over 20 states, serving prestigious federal government clients including the United States Navy (USN), United States Marine Corps (USMC), and Joint Forces.

In our quest to simplify the customer experience, we embrace a collaborative approach, guided by our leadership’s transparent communication and unwavering commitment to integrity. Our customers value partnering with INflow for our agility, passion, and integrity.

Fueling INflow’s continuous evolution is our voracious appetite for researching and integrating AI/ML technologies. We are committed to empowering our employees and customers with these emerging tools, enhancing their ability to effectively integrate these technologies into their workflows. This not only improves their operational efficiency but also deepens their understanding of AI/ML’s transformative potential.

As we progress, our focus remains steadfast on developing our people so they can  lead our customers into the future of mission systems and operations, adeptly navigating the ever-evolving landscape of the Department of Defense with innovative solutions and strategic insights.

Citizenship Requirements
INflow Federal is a defense contractor. Due to legal requirements, candidates must be US Citizens to be considered for employment.

Other Notes
- Some travel may be required: Must have valid driver’s license and transportation. This is subject to change at the direction of the customer.
Other:
- Candidate must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must have willingness to perform duties not listed in the job description as required by INflow and our customer.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Diversity and Inclusion
INflow provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Job applicants and employees are evaluated solely on job-related qualifications and experience.