Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visitperaton.comto learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure. Responsibilities This is an on-site position in Gaithersburg, MD.Peraton is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to implement and manage a centralized Cloud System Management system.This role requires a self-starter who can operate as the program's Linux expert within a small team with minimal supervision. Normal activities for this role include:Configure ACAS; evaluating and understanding STIG; perform ACAS scans and perform compliance assessment against STIG; configure and manage ePolicy Orchestrator for Data Loss Prevention and Antivirus.Configure tools such as YUM, Ansible, and WSUS Server; remediate and patch systems.Set up Kick Start scripts and Boot Server; configure and manage a Linux Identity Management System.Set up and configure TFTO and HTTPS; configure an audit reduction/SIEM tool.Configure and manage firewalls; configure and manage file sharing with Windows systems; and configure and manage a complete system inventory. Qualifications What you'll need:Education:8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhDMust have demonstrable previous experience in Linux System Administration in areas such as those aboveMust be proficient in verbal and written communication with teammates and supervisors, including the ability to communicate across disciplinesMust not only possess technical depth, but also have demonstrated practical application implementing and maintaining similar systems in production environments while applying industry standards and best practicesClearance: Active Top Secret Clearance. SCI eligibility may be required in the future. The position may elevate to TS Poly in the future, so candidates should be able to pass a Polygraph evaluation

Job ID

162587

Security Clearance

Top Secret

About Peraton

At Peraton, we’re at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We’re the partner of choice to help solve some of the world’s most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

We’re not mired in the past. We look at all problems with fresh eyes. We look past the obvious to bring the best talent, tech, and ideas together to completely transform how things get done, no matter the challenge.

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