Everforth ECS is seeking a Linux System Administrator to provide temporary support to the Manpower & Reserve Affairs (M&RA) Customer. The selected candidate will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and security of Linux-based systems hosted within the AWS GovCloud and MCCOG environments.
Responsibilities
- U.S. Navy and DoD cybersecurity discussions, RPOC specifically means a Rapid Assess and Incorporate Software Engineering (RAISE) Platform of Choice (RPOC)
- System Administration: Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot RHEL/CentOS-based Linux servers within AWS GovCloud and MCCOG infrastructure
- Cloud Operations: Manage EC2 instances, S3, IAM roles/policies, VPCs, security groups, and other AWS services within the GovCloud boundary
- MCCOG Coordination: Interface with MCCOG teams for provisioning, accreditation, and operational support of cloud-hosted systems
- Security & Compliance: Implement and maintain STIG hardening, ACAS/Nessus vulnerability scanning, and ensure compliance with DISA and Marine Corps cybersecurity policies (RMF/ATO)
- Patching & Updates: Execute scheduled and emergency patching of Linux systems in accordance with IAVM requirements
- Monitoring & Performance: Configure and maintain system monitoring tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Nagios, Splunk, or HBSS/ESS) to ensure availability and performance SLAs
- Automation & Scripting: Develop Bash, Python, or Ansible scripts/playbooks to automate routine administrative tasks
- Backup & Recovery: Manage backup solutions and disaster recovery procedures for Linux systems
- Documentation: Maintain system documentation including SOPs, network diagrams, and change management records in accordance with contract requirements
- Incident Response: Troubleshoot and resolve system outages and security incidents; participate in after-hours support as needed
- Collaboration: Work with application teams, database administrators, network engineers, and the M&RA program office to support mission requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience: 5+ years of Linux system administration (RHEL/CentOS preferred)
- Cloud Experience: 2+ years hands-on experience with AWS (preferably GovCloud)
- Certifications (IAT Level II minimum per DoD 8570/8140):
- CompTIA Security+ CE (required)
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or RHCE (desired)
- Linux+ (acceptable)
- Clearance:
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Active DoD [Secret] security clearance
- Knowledge of:
- DISA STIGs and SCAP compliance scanning
- RMF / ATO processes
- Experience in cloud formation and terraform
- Experience with RAISE 2.0 (Zero Trust) and the ATO Process
- AWS IAM, VPC, EC2, S3, CloudFormation, and CloudWatch
- TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, NFS, SSH, LDAP
- Configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, or Chef)
- HBSS/ESS, ACAS, and Splunk
Skills Required
- 5+ years of Linux system administration experience (RHEL/CentOS preferred)
- 2+ years hands-on experience with AWS (GovCloud preferred)
- CompTIA Security+ CE certification
- Active DoD Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience
ECS Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ECS and has not been reviewed or approved by ECS.
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Healthcare Strength — ECS advertises multiple national-network medical plan options with HSA eligibility alongside dental and vision coverage. Coverage generally begins quickly and is paired with company-paid short- and long-term disability, adding stability to the health package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with Safe Harbor and immediate vesting on employer contributions is emphasized, with an employer match available. Access to an employee stock purchase plan via the parent company provides an additional savings avenue.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave up to 30 days, adoption assistance, and other family-oriented leaves are highlighted. Feedback suggests these offerings add meaningful value beyond base pay for many roles.
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What We Do
ECS, a segment of ASGN (NYSE: ASGN), delivers advanced solutions and services in cloud, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), application and IT modernization, and science and engineering. The company solves critical, complex challenges for customers across the U.S. public sector, defense, intelligence and commercial industries. ECS maintains partnerships with leading cloud, cybersecurity, and AI/ML providers and holds specialized certifications in their technologies. Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, ECS has more than 3,400 employees throughout the U.S. and has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the last five years.
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