Description
Are you eager to apply your system administration skills in a development environment where we evolve Navy systems of tomorrow?
Can you help build a pathway towards using modern virtualization and containerization technologies?
Do you want to be an indispensable member of a team charged with ensuring the operability, security and efficiency of our IT infrastructure?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!
We are seeking a candidate to join a talented System Administration team that aids 70+ Staff in prototyping and evaluating the evolutionary advancement of the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) capability and other experimental initiatives relying on a real-time development environment. As a member of our team, you'll develop a deep understanding of Linux administration and the Risk Management Framework (RMF) applied in the context of data analysis, real-time modeling and simulation, and tactical systems where system performance is paramount.
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As a Linux System Administrator for real-time systems, you will...
- Integrate new hardware and software into our development infrastructure and help to run their configuration.
- Become familiar with tactically-representative systems and incorporating them onto an information system security plan.
- Ensure security through STIGs, updates, patching, access controls, backups, and firewalls.
- Resolve issues and outages.
- Run networks, servers, technology tools, and user accounts.
- Collaborate with users and leaders to ensure labs meet development needs and security requirements.
- Maintain documentation, IT policies, and security artifacts.
- Stay up-to-date with new technologies and administration methods.
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Have earned Bachelors or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Information Assurance, or related field.
- Have 1+ years of Linux system administration experience and passion to learn more.
- Understand networking, system security, and patch management.
- Are capable of writing scripts in Bash, Python, or other scripting language.
- Are able to perform effectively under pressure both independently and in teams on a wide variety of tasks.
- Possess excellent written, verbal, and organization skills.
- Are willing to travel occasionally (< 10%) within the US.
- Ability to hold an Interim Secret clearance and ability to ultimately obtain a Secret security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
- Have experience with RMF.
- Have multiple years of experience supporting computer facility operations.
- Have Windows system administration experience.
- Have experience with configuration management technologies (e.g. Ansible, SaltStack, Chef, or similar).
- Have knowledge of Navy systems and software.
- Have knowledge with embedded real-time operating systems (e.g. vxWorks or LynxOS or similar).
- Are experienced with basic techniques and diagnostic tools (e.g. meters, network analyzers) needed to diagnose problems with electrical/electronic equipment.
Why work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
About Us
APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone's voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.