System Administrator 3

Auria is looking to hire a System Administrator 3 to support the Command, Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program. Work location is on Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO.

This position will operate, maintain, and manage Linux-based systems supporting a software development environment. It is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the Windows/Linux environment and backup and recovery (including disaster recovery) of system data. The candidate must be an adept problem solver and work well with team members in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must also have technical skills to support a diverse environment, including server setup, deployment, and maintenance.
Essential Functions:

• Linux system administration, System Security Implementations, Linux shell scripting, Ansible playbook development and management, security enhanced (SE) Linux, and Red Hat repository administration.
• Must have a working knowledge of Agile principles and practices.
• Ensure all data is being backed up regularly.
• Ensure the backup system is functioning correctly and periodically test the backup system by restoring files.
• Respond appropriately to any system security/virus incident discovered.
• Install, configure, monitor, manage, and maintain all Linux-based servers.
• Create and maintain Linux server documentation.
• Create and maintain Linux system administration processes and procedures.
• Install, configure, manage, and maintain Linux server-based applications.
• Ensure Linux-based systems have the appropriate patches installed, including but not limited to security, applications, and OS.
• Ensure Linux-based systems are running current versions of antivirus software with current virus definition files.
• Create, manage, and maintain security groups.
• Create, manage, and maintain user accounts.
• Monitor, manage, and maintain storage systems and devices.
• Create and maintain Windows/Linux server images.
• Recommend system enhancements, including but not limited to servers, applications, storage, processes, and procedures.
• Recommend when additional system resources are required, or existing ones should be retired.
• Ensure all appropriate asset management functions are completed as required.
• Ensure all Linux servers are configured to comply with all appropriate security policies.
• All other tasks the IT site lead or IT manager assigns.
• Create, deploy, and maintain Linux desktop, notebook images, and notebook distribution packages for software applications.
• Ensure Linux desktop and notebook computers are configured to comply with all appropriate security policies.
• Assist the help desk in responding to end users' requests/issues.
• Knowledge of applying containers (Docker) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).  Container experience as well

 Basic Qualifications:

Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume if applicable.

• An active Secret clearance is required to start with the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• 6 years with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 4 years with a Master’s degree , 10 years experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must possess a DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA)
• Experience with LINUX

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI clearance is highly desired.
• Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), Multi-Factor Authentication implementation like IPA and ADFS, OpenShift, OpenStack, VMware ESXI, QAS/VAS, Windows, Active Directory, Backup and Recovery, Containers and Container Orchestration products.
• Knowledge of Git, Nexus, Jenkins, Jira, and Confluence.
• Understand the concept of PaaS and SaaS.
• Understanding of configuration managed Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS).
• Understanding of the Agile processes.
• Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery and its application to IT and IT products.

 Salary Range: The salary offered will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications - skills, education & experience - and the position level ($99,000 - $113,000).

 About Auria

Auria is a provider of solutions and software in support of complex Space, National Security, and Cyber missions of federal, international, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, CO and with operations in Boulder, CO, Washington, DC, Huntsville, AL, Albuquerque, NM, Ogden, UT, and San Diego, CA, our success is built on the excellence of diverse teams advancing innovative systems and operational software to strengthen our customers’ superiority in Space. With a distinguished track record and a spirit of relentless pursuit, we set the pace for progress and execute every mission with the utmost precision.

When you join Auria as a full-time employee, you get many benefits which include:

• Generous PTO package with yearly tenure increases
• Flex time policy providing you the flexibility needed
• 11 Company-Paid Holidays per year
• Up to 4% match on 401(k) employee contributions, employer and employee contributions immediately vested
• Tuition and Certification Fee Assistance
• Low-cost medical plans that include company-sponsored HSA
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• And much more!

Auria is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.