Linux Systems Administrator - SECRET

Are you an experienced Linux Systems Administratorwith demonstrated experience in theexecution of distributed Operational Training (OT), which can encompass warfighters in Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) training environments? Then we have a great opportunity for you to join our growing team inDes Moines, IA!

As aLinux Systems Administrator,you will:

• Be able to create realistic and relevant operational training opportunities to AF Total Force joint warfighter participants via distributive means
• Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company.
• Work with the latest, cutting-edge technology
• Have a direct impact on the success of a National Priority Program
• Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.

A week in the life of a Linux Systems Administrator includes:

• Serve as the Linux expert for all devices running in a Linux environment
• Deploy, configure, and maintain systems, including software installation, update and core services
• Operate running systems, start, and stop virtual machines and controlling services
• Manage users and groups, including use of a centralized directory for authentication

• Bachelor's Degree and five (5) to eight (8) years of related experience; a combination of education and experience can be used in lieu of degree
• SECRET clearancel
• Must maintain Security+ certification
• DISA ACAS Training/Certified
• Certifiable knowledge of PC operations in Linux based operating systems
• Experience configuring software, modifying software configuration and performing basic configuration management IAW all STIGs and other Cybersecurity requirements
• Experience with operating systems and relational database management systems such as SQL Server
• Experience managing Storage Arrays, file and Virtual Machine backups
• Experience updating and patching Windows and Linux Operating Systems and software applications in an off-line environment
• Experience building and updating Virtual Desktop Interface technologies, VMware, Linux, physical computers, virtual machines and working LAN experience
• Experience analyzing network traffic and troubleshooting DIS/HLA packets using Wireshark, DPA, or similar software tools
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience with working general knowledge of Powershell and Scripting
• A minimum of three (3) years of employment experience of computer/networking related experience within the past five (5) years

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Energage National Best Workplaces
• Washington Post Best Workplaces
• nd Virtual Machine backups
• Experience building and updating Virtual Desktop Interface technologies, VMware, MS Windows and Linux, physical computers, virtual machines and working LAN experience

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com