Linux Systems Administrator I at AMERICAN SYSTEMS in Lakewood, CO

Summary: AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an organization focused on innovation and customer success. They are seeking a Linux Systems Administrator I to provide support for enterprise-level Linux-based systems, assist with installation, configuration, and management of operating systems and participate in information security and systems analysis activities. Responsibilities: - Assist in installing, upgrading, patching, managing, and monitoring Linux systems, mostly RHEL - Assist in configuring, managing, upgrading, and patching RedHat Satellite servers and package repositories - Provide end-users and application users with support through incident management - Learn and assist in performing compliance audits on production systems during the patch cycle and interface with Change Advisory Board (CAB) as needed for changes - Leverage SolarWinds Orion and Splunk for real-time monitoring and alerting of responsible systems response - Assist in setting up IDM, Ansible, baseline OS image and location, Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) on RedHat Linux - Learn and assist in addressing vulnerabilities that are identified through regular compliance scans - Learn and assist in ensuring Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance for servers in an air-gapped environment - Provide legacy support for older applications that run on older versions of RHEL - Assist in certificate management and deployment for services on responsible systems - Update Federal Information Security Act (FISMA) information for compliance Required Qualifications: - As a requirement of this position, all candidates must be a U.S. Citizen. In accordance with 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(2)(C), we will not consider candidates for this position who do not meet the aforementioned conditions - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent work experience - Must be able to pass federal background investigation and obtain a Public Trust - Strong understanding of the Linux operating system, including the command line interface and basic networking concepts - Experience with scripting languages, such as Bash or Python - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities - Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Detail-oriented with excellent time management and organizational skills - Must possess a valid state driver's license, may be required to travel between customer sites - Must be able to present acceptable identification for customer badging and site access, such as a REAL ID compliant driver license, U.S. Passport, or other approved document from the GSA Required Identification List Required Skills: Linux operating system, Command line interface, Basic networking concepts, Bash scripting, Python scripting Benefits: Healthcare benefits, Paid leave, Retirement plans, Insurance programs, Education and training assistance