Synergy ECP

cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services

LinuxSystemAdministrator

$115–160k Columbia, Maryland, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Linux System Administrator at Synergy ECP. Skills: Linux System Administration, IT System Support, Troubleshooting. Support IT systems implementation. Troubleshoot IT systems”

Industry & Context.

cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services
Problems you'll solve

analytical skills

Eligibility Requirements

on call support, TS/SCI w/ Polygraph, U. S. Citizenship

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5+ years of experience as a System Administrator, Experience working with Linux, Unix, Windows, or Cisco operating systems, Experience administering Linux, Unix, or Windows operating systems, Experience installing and managing software packages, including ISO and Red Hat Package Manager (RPM) packages, IAT Level Certification

Nice to Have

Experience configuring, troubleshooting, monitoring, and administering messaging services such as: Java Messaging Service (JMS), TIBCO, ActiveMQ, Artemis, Kafka, Experience supporting applications within SIGINT environments, Certifications or experience related to Linux, Unix, Windows, or Cisco operating systems

What You'll Do.

Support IT systems implementation

Troubleshoot IT systems

Manage IT infrastructure

Support day-to-day operations

Provide technical support

Perform system monitoring

Assist users with IT services

Maintain reliable system operations

Maintain secure system operations

Communicate system status

Troubleshoot hardware issues

Troubleshoot software issues

Configure operating systems

Manage operating systems

Install operating system software

Maintain operating system software

Configure network components

Maintain network components

Configure system infrastructure

Maintain system infrastructure

Assist users with IT systems access

Assist users with IT systems utilization

Optimize system operations

Optimize resource utilization

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with product team

Communication Scope

Excellent communication

Full Job Description

## Description Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Synergy ECP is a leading provider of cybersecurity, software and systems engineering and IT services to the U.S. intelligence and defense communities. The company leverages its expertise in data transport solutions, software and systems engineering, and other solutions to deliver critical and innovative capabilities to high-level decision makers that enhance our nation’s security. In an ultra-competitive environment, Synergy ECP has thrived by adhering to our name, making sure excellence is displayed by our Employees, to our Customers and by Improving Performance (ECP). It’s what sets us apart, enabling us to be an autonomous yet agile business that delivers huge results—showing we’re ready to meet our customers’ evolving demands. Synergy ECP has earned a client list that includes numerous Fortune 100 companies, in addition to multiple branches of the US government and military services. System Administrator Position Overview We are seeking a System Administrator to support the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. This role is responsible for managing IT infrastructure and supporting day-to-day operations across client/server, storage, network, and mobile device environments. The ideal candidate will provide technical support, perform system monitoring and troubleshooting, assist users with IT services, and help maintain reliable and secure system operations. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of IT systems Provide Help Desk and escalation support for problem identification, diagnosis, and resolution Monitor and maintain day-to-day IT system operations Support client/server, storage, network, and mobile device environments Communicate system status and issue resolution updates to management and internal customers Troubleshoot hardware and software issues through resolution Configure and manage UNIX

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