Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of IT systems. Provides support for hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process. Configures and manages LINUX operating system and installs. Creates bash shell scripts to aid in system stability and deployment repeatability. Manages the daily activities of configuration and operation of IT systems. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems. Optimizes system operations and resource utilization, and performs system capacity analysis and planning. Provides detailed analysis and feedback to management and customers for escalated tickets. Loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components. RequirementsTS/SCI with poly required Four (4) years experience in projects of similar scope, type, and complexity within the is required. Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Four (4) additional years of system administration experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Four (4) or more years of bash programming experience. Four (4) or more years of LINUX (Redhat/CentOS 5 or greater) experience. Knowledge of web technologies (html, xml, Java2E, etc.). One (1) or more years of experience with virtualization. One (1) or more years of experience with Puppet 3 or greater. One of the Following Certifications is Required: CASP CE CCNP Security CISA CISSP (or Associate) GCED GCIH CCSP CCNA Security CySA GICSP GSEC Security CE SSCP A CE CND Network CE BenefitsHealth & Life Insurance Dental Insurance Disability Insurance 401K Retirement Plan with Matching Tuition Assistance Vacation and Sick Leave Hiring Bonuses Referral Recruitment Program