Overview

LMI is seeking a Linux Administrator

LMI is seeking an experienced Linux Administrator to be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of a newly created Linux Cluster supporting IBM Maximo Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) system. The Linux Administrator will work with a team of IT professionals to ensure that the Linux Cluster meets the needs of a federal client.

LMI is a consultancy dedicated to improving the business of government, drawing from deep expertise in advanced analytics, digital services, logistics, and management advisory services. Established as a private, not-for-profit organization in 1961, LMI is a trusted third party to federal civilian and defense agencies, free of commercial and political bias. We believe government can make a difference, and we seek talented, hardworking people who share that conviction.

Responsibilities

• Build redundant, secure Linux infrastructure as required per application and database.

• Maintain and improve existing infrastructure (build out autoscaling, support new services, optimize for cost efficiencies/authentication/search, etc);

• Administer production, staging and development environments;

• Apply configuration management disciplines to maintain software revisions, security patches, hardening, and documentation;

• Provide on-call support

• Implement Ansible configuration management as appropriate

• Maintain and improve existing build and deployment processes using CI/CD tools;

• Architect, build and maintain on premise and/or cloud infrastructure to support team and customer initiatives;

• Work with other service providers to support areas of common interest;

• Maintain up to date documentation of designs/configurations;

• Enforce best practices for security and reliability, and drive security initiatives, like access control and vulnerability testing;

• Perform routine equipment checks and preventative maintenance;

• Monitor and analyze system performance, such as server load and resource usage;

• Work with Security Team to maintain security requirements for operation of systems;

• Patch systems on a scheduled, timely basis.

• Manage and aggregate server logs and monitor for security and system related incidents.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, a related field

• 7 years of experience working as a Linux system administrator.

• 3 years of experience in Maximo system administration

• Strong experience with the installation and setup of RedHat Enterprise Linux or equivalent OS.

• Experience with the use of Maximo with IBM's DB2 database.

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Understanding of system and network security.

• Must be a self-starter and analytical problem solver.

Applicants must hold an Active TS clearance and be eligable for Special Access Programs (SAP).Desired:

• Linux OS Certifications