In support of the ARL DoW Supercomputing Resource Center, BAE Systems provides program management and technical support necessary to advance services, capabilities, infrastructure, and technologies.
BAE Systems is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support a team of administrators with standard Linux system administration duties at APG, MD.
The selected candidate will perform standard Linux System Administration duties as required to maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems consisting of Linux based application and license servers, virtual machines, and cluster based systems. Coordination with Linux System administrators is required.
Additional duties:
- Setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocate mass storage space.
- Developing and monitoring policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
- Participating in the installation, integration, acceptance testing, and on-going maintenance of our High Performance Computing (HPC) systems and software environment.
- Assisting with forecast resource limitations and provide recommendations for increasing the efficiency of our resources through proper scheduling and load balancing techniques.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High School Diploma and 4 years of work experience (certs may be substituted for the experience)
DoD 8570 certification - Security + and OS cert (Linux+ CE, RedHat, etc)
Willingness to occasionally work after hours and/or respond to emergency situations for problem resolution
Experience with SLURM / PBS / torque schedulers
General knowledge of Linux and general Unix operating systems concepts as well as systems administration experience
Ability to develop and maintain documentation on system administration procedures for routine and complex tasks
Ability to create and maintain Information Assurance (IA) compliance documentation of the Information System
Familiar in multi-factor authentication platforms and solutions, and Identity Management such as OpenID, LDAP, and Kerberos.
Security implementations using multi-factor authentication, PKI, or Kerberos and Unix OS hardening to DoD STIG standards.
Experience with scripting (Ansible, Bash, Python, etc)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Fundamental experience with Linux OS administration
Experience with Storage Architectures: SAN, SAS, FC, SATA
Experience with Zabbix
Experience with Red Hat Satellite or Red Hat Identity Manager
Experience with BIND DNS
Experience with Puppet or Ansible
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $64926 - $110374
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Skills Required
- High school diploma and 4 years of work experience; certifications may substitute for experience
- DoD 8570 certification, including Security+ and an operating-system certification such as Linux+ CE or Red Hat
- Willingness to occasionally work after hours or respond to emergency situations
- Experience with SLURM, PBS, or Torque schedulers
- General knowledge of Linux and Unix operating systems and systems administration experience
- Ability to develop and maintain documentation for routine and complex system administration procedures
- Ability to create and maintain Information Assurance compliance documentation
- Familiarity with multi-factor authentication and identity management platforms such as OpenID, LDAP, and Kerberos
- Experience with MFA, PKI, Kerberos, and Unix OS hardening to DoD STIG standards
- Scripting experience with Ansible, Bash, Python, or similar tools
- Fundamental Linux OS administration experience
- Experience with SAN, SAS, Fibre Channel, or SATA storage architectures
- Experience with Zabbix
- Experience with Red Hat Satellite or Red Hat Identity Manager
- Experience with BIND DNS
- Experience with Puppet or Ansible
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is broad with medical, dental, and vision options, plus mental health and EAP resources, and U.S. eligibility that can begin quickly. Materials also reference wellbeing programs designed to support employees and their families.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a U.S. 401(k) savings plan with company match information highlighted in benefits summaries. Global materials also reference pension contributions in some regions, indicating solid long-term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and back-up child and elder care for U.S. employees. Family resources and caregiving support are emphasized across benefit materials.
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Why Work With Us
We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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