System Administrator - Linux Subject Matter Expert

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SUMMARY

Bering Straits Information Technology (BSIT), LLC a subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation, is looking for a System Administrator - Linux Subject Matter Expert to support Headquarters (HQ) United States Pacific Command (USPACOM) located at Camp H. M. Smith, Hawaii. USPACOM is one of six geographic Unified Combatant Commands. The USPACOM Area of Responsibility (AOR) encompasses about half the earth's surface, stretching from the waters off the west coast of the U.S. to the western border of India, and from Antarctica to the North Pole. USPACOM J6 (Command, Control, Communications & Cyber (C4) Directorate) provides the communications and IT services to critical for the PACOM Commander to Command and Control (C2) forces across the theater. This must not fail mission depends on highly secure & reliable voice, data, and video communications. USPACOM operates the Common Computing Environment (CCE) surrounded by a network defense infrastructure. BSIT is offering a challenging environment full of opportunity; GTS promotes a global culture of creativity, productivity and innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position, and are

not

intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

We are looking for an experienced

System Administrator - Linux Subject Matter Expert

who will take on the communication & IT services. This support includes performing day-to-day system administration services and responsibilities for supporting information technology disciplines and practices to ensure the operations, confidentiality, integrity and availability of information assets in accordance with established standards and procedures. We will work closely with information owners, HQ PACOM Directorates, Systems Staff, Network Staff and Cybersecurity staff to ensure system/application operations and security is achieved, maintained and reported accurately for HQ USPACOM networks. Responsible to maintain, install, update, to include patching, and secure operating systems and applications for all current and additional assigned systems and applications within USPACOM. Responsible for patching of systems and applications. Maintain the security posture and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) compliance, in accordance with DoD and PACOM requirements, of all assigned systems and applications. Analyze processes, assigned systems and applications and make recommendations for improvements and automation. d) Ensure all Linux/UNIX systems and applications are compliant with DoD Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) requirements. Refer to current DoD and PACOM directives and policies to maintain and update Kickstart deployment files (classified/unclassified) for automated secure installations of mission critical Red Hat Enterprise Linux Systems. Create and maintain custom scripts. Ensure that all Linux/Unix systems are included in the USPACOM Host Base Security System (HBSS) architecture and that all required HBSS components are installed and configured correctly. Participate in technical exchange meetings, work groups, and workshops as required and make recommendations to the Government. Responsible for backup/restore Linux/UNIX systems and applications in accordance with DoD and USPACOM polices. l) Ensure adequate support is available during command exercises and command inspections. Responsible for testing and executing the Linux/UNIX Continuity of Operations (COOP), to include, documenting and reporting the results accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

Require(s) a Top Secret security clearance and a IT-I (privileged level systems access) will, immediately upon hire, require Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access eligibility

IAW DoD 8570.01-M, must meet IAT II minimum qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience managing, supporting, patching, backing up and restoring Linux/UNIX systems and applications in a DoD environment

Must have experience securing systems and applications in accordance with Federal, DoD and HQ PACOM regulations, directives, policies and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG)

Must have experience with managing BIND DNS

Must have experience managing Linux/UNIX operating systems in a Virtual Machine Operating Environment (VOE) like VMware

Must have experience installing, configuring and managing Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) within a DoD environment

Must have experience managing SMTP Relay's

Must have experience managing and securing Apache Web Servers

Must have experience managing, supporting and using a SPLUNK Syslog server

Must have experience supporting Host Based Security System (HBSS) agents on Linux/UNIX systems

Must be Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) 6 (or later)certified and certification must be in good standing

Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, are required for individuals supporting tasks in this PWS, as there will be considerable interaction with customers, vendors, Headquarters Program Director staff, and other high-level stakeholders in support of these requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

B.S. or other technical degree or equivalent work experience required

Security Certification is required. (Must be able to obtain certification)

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree or higher from accredited college or university in a field directly related to the duties of this position

Proven working experience as a Linux Subject Matter Expert

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervisory responsibilities not required

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

Applicant must sign a NON-EXCLUSIVE letter of commitment. The letter of commitment shows serious intent to perform this job function. Letter of commitment does not contractually obligate applicant to fill position. As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Must have reliable transportation to/from work a necessity and must be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference.

 BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, BSNC shareholder descendants and BSNC shareholder spouses, in that order.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/ AA/ Male/ Female/ Disability/ Vets employer.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.

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www.beringstraits.com

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Bering Straits Native Corporation
Website : http://beringstraits.com/