Systems Administrator/Engineer (O&M)

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Herndon, VA, USA
In-Office
104K-166K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Security • Cybersecurity • Defense
Do the can't be done.
The Role
Administer and engineer large-scale Linux systems and containerized applications in AWS. Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, maintain storage, networks, hardware, scripts, patches, upgrades, security requirements, and user accounts. Provide rotational after-hours support and collaborate on infrastructure operations in a secure, classified environment.
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Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: monitor system health, troubleshoot system problems, maintain storage systems, interface with other parts of the team for hardware, network, and infrastructure support, provide after-hours on-call/call-in support on a rotational basis, ensure system security requirements are satisfied, create/maintain system scripts, patch/upgrade system, and administer user accounts.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of relevant experience considered in lieu of the degree requirement
  • Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
  • Active Security+ Certification
  • Experience with managing systems in AWS
  • Experience managing and monitoring large clusters (>400 nodes) and containerized applications
  • Experience with Linux-based hardware platforms
  • Ability to work with OpenSource (NoSQL) products
  • Ability to work Full-Time, Onsite; No Remote/Hyrbid schedule available

Desired Qualifications:

  • Technical experience and knowledge of distributed storage networks, routing and application messaging frameworks
  • Experience provisioning and sustaining network infrastructures and have experience developing operations and management networks required to operate in a secure PKI, IPSEC, or VPN enabled environment
  • Experience with NiFi, HA Proxy, Docker, Kubernetes, Spark, and Elasticsearch
  • Experience developing, operations, and managing networks required to operate in a secure PKI, IPSEC, or VPN enabled environment
  • Experience with Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS)
  • Experience with Certifcation & Accreditation
Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience
  • Master's degree and 3 years of relevant experience as an alternative education and experience path
  • Four additional years of relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph
  • Active Security+ certification
  • Experience managing systems in AWS
  • Experience managing and monitoring large clusters exceeding 400 nodes
  • Experience managing containerized applications
  • Experience with Linux-based hardware platforms
  • Ability to work with open-source NoSQL products
  • Ability to work full-time onsite; no remote or hybrid schedule
  • Technical experience with distributed storage networks, routing, and application messaging frameworks
  • Experience provisioning and sustaining network infrastructures
  • Experience developing and managing secure PKI, IPsec, or VPN-enabled operations networks
  • Experience with NiFi, HAProxy, Docker, Kubernetes, Spark, and Elasticsearch
  • Experience with Hadoop Distributed File System (HDFS)
  • Experience with Certification and Accreditation

Peraton Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Peraton and has not been reviewed or approved by Peraton.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and specialty programs like virtual physical therapy and surgical/cancer care navigation. Medical coverage is also characterized as a standout part of the overall package in terms of perceived quality.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with employer matching and is repeatedly positioned as a strong component of total rewards. The 401(k) benefit is frequently singled out as one of the most valued parts of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are positioned as robust, including PTO, holidays, paid sick days, and floating holidays, with some roles offering notably generous accrual. Leave breadth is reinforced by related programs such as short/long-term disability and bereavement leave.

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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
18,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Why Work With Us

We are fearlessly solving the world’s most complex challenges to keep people safe and secure. You can be a part of protecting and promoting that freedom around the world.

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