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Work Type: Onsite
Location: Colorado Springs Interview Process: One 45-minute interview - Feedback the next day
Hiring timeline: Immediate - Once selected, a few Security Forms will need to be filled out. Nobody can start until the TSA background check is complete.(60-90 days)
Project Timeline: 2 initial years with 5 additional (2030)
Clearance: Secret About the role:
Maximus is seeking an accomplished Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administrator to provide expertise in managing and optimizing assets for our federal client's critical operations. As a Red Hat Enterprise Linux Admin, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining the RHEL infrastructure. Your role will involve overseeing system administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of the RHEL environment. Responsibilities: Manage and support RHEL-based server infrastructure, encompassing installation, configuration, and patch management
Perform system administration tasks for RHEL 7.x/8.x, including setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance
Monitor and analyze system performance to identify and resolve bottlenecks, implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and reliability
Execute system backup and recovery operations to ensure data protection and high availability
Assess and recommend hardware and software solutions to address business needs and improve the RHEL server environment
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures
Conduct vulnerability assessments using tools like Tenable, HP WebInspect, and similar platforms
Investigate security incidents, assess risks, and design mitigation strategies, implementing proactive and reactive measures to enhance security Requirements: Active Secret clearance.
Due to federal requirements, all candidates must be US Citizens without Dual Citizenship to another country. 7+ years of experience working as a system admin on Linux or Red Hat systems is required; related experience is acceptable.
This is an on-site position at a government facility.
Requires presence on-site five days per week in Colorado Springs, CO.
Candidates must reside within a commutable distance.
Participation in a rotational on-call schedule for emergency page-outs is required.
Date Posted: 15 April 2025
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