At CSA, our mission is clear: to deliver impactful solutions with excellence and expertise to advance our federal clients' missions. We are committed to making a profound and positive impact in an uncertain and changing world. As a global leader, CSA is recognized for our dedication to innovation, integrity, and delivering exceptional results. As a Linux Systems Administrator at CSA, you will play a vital role in supporting our federal clients' critical systems. If you are passionate about maintaining and optimizing Linux-based systems and have a strong background in system administration, we invite you to apply.

How Your Role Will Make an Impact:

• System Maintenance: Perform routine system maintenance, including software updates, security patches, and system backups, to ensure the stability and security of Linux-based environments.
• Server Configuration: Configure and maintain Linux servers to optimize performance and reliability, ensuring they align with federal security standards.
• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve system and network issues promptly, minimizing downtime and service disruptions.
• User Management: Create, modify, and deactivate user accounts, manage permissions, and enforce access controls to safeguard sensitive data.
• Security Compliance: Implement and uphold stringent security measures, including firewall configurations, intrusion detection systems, and adherence to federal security regulations.
• Monitoring: Establish and manage system monitoring tools to proactively identify performance bottlenecks and security threats.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, procedures, and security protocols, ensuring compliance with federal guidelines.
• Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support federal clients' IT initiatives and projects, contributing to our mission of delivering impactful solutions.

• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret Clearance.
• Certifications Required: Sec Certification or qualifying bachelor's degree.
• 3 years of experience with Linux.
• General Experience: Electronic Documentation, System Administration, Network Administration, Database Administration. 
• Proven experience as a Linux Systems Administrator, with a strong track record of managing and securing Linux-based systems.
• Extensive knowledge of Linux operating systems (e.g., CentOS, Ubuntu, Red Hat).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation and task efficiency.
• Familiarity with federal security regulations and standards (e.g., NIST, FISMA) is highly advantageous.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and effective communication abilities.
• Strong commitment to collaboration and teamwork.

• Experience with supporting DoD network systems, including Navy POR systems and system administration
• Knowledge of DoD security compliance auditing, DoD hardening, RMF, STIGs, and PKI.
• Knowledge of information security, including systems and network security, best practices, documentation, and user authentication
• Bachelor's degree
• Navy Cybersecurity Workforce (CSWF) computing environment Certification for designated operating system

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Applicants may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active United States Department of Defense security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role.

As a federal contractor, CSA will abide by the client’s infectious disease protocols.

WE BELIEVE great companies know who they are and what they stand for. CSA’s common purpose and core values were purposefully developed to create a culture focused on unlocking the full potential of our people—so they are inspired to solve our clients’ toughest challenges. It’s no secret, we owe the past 18 years of our success to our outstanding and ambitious team members. To support our hard working team, we offer an environment focused on learning and growth, an awesome benefits package, and opportunities to build a long and successful career.

We are constantly on the hunt for talented, forward-thinking problem solvers with an energetic attitude and a strong work ethic to join our elite team of CSAers.

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