Req ID: RQ177213Type of Requisition: RegularClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: NonePublic Trust/Other Required: MBI (T2)Job Family: Network AdministrationSkills:Case Management,Change Management,Linux,UnixExperience:8 + years of related experienceJob Description:Transform technology into opportunity as a Principal Unix/Linux Systems Administrator with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT you’ll be at the forefront of innovation and play a meaningful part in improving how agencies operate.At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Principal Unix/Linux Systems Administrator you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Principal Unix/Linux Systems Administrator joining our team to keep the United States Postal Service's (USPS) Unix/Linux servers running optimally, ensuring that they are secure and reliable 24/7.HOW A PRINCIPAL UNIX/LINUX SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:
Provide day to day full life cycle support of Unix and Linux servers, including installation, build, hosting design and service deployment, on-site and remote administration, user support, performance monitoring and tuning, and capacity planning.
Perform a technical leadership role in planning, development, implementation, maintenance, documentation, and support of a large, complex, distributed server environment.
Develop growth plans to ensure that the hosting environment is capable of supporting the projected growth.
Develop and implement procedures that support proactive problem detection and avoidance, including disaster recovery planning and implementation.
Create and maintain project plans as necessary in accordance with US Postal Service standards then keeps USPS management notified of critical failures or potential missed milestones.
Works with Program Manager, Project Managers, Engineering staff, USPS staff and vendors to manage projects, drive outcomes and lead teams.
Assists USPS development community to perform tests and implement software, adds, and changes.
Develops and implements operational management process and procedures.
Tracks inventory and completes and provides documentation required for deploying servers.
Uses alert monitoring tools chosen by USPS Management.
Uses systems management and software distribution tools chosen by USPS Management.
Escalates unusual or unexpected findings to USPS.
Provides reports to users and managers of systems status on an as requested basis.
Provides weekly status reports and maintains hours worked on projects.
Uses change and case management procedures as required.
Provides action plan for resolution of any/all faults detected.
Provides documentation of all solutions to problems and document all application guidelines and issues.
Tracks inventory and completes and provides documentation required for deploying servers.
Provides reports to USPS Management to share solutions found.
Provides and implements escalation process and or procedures.
Follows the appropriate quality assurance program chosen by USPS Management.
Interacts with all USPS functional groups to accomplish objectives.
Performs assistance, training and information sharing to users and other administrators.
Maintains leadership qualities and attitude in keeping with the standards of the USPS.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in applicable field of services (preferred); OR In lieu of the degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required.
Required Experience:
Minimum 8 years experience in Unix/Linux Administration
Required Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated experience with full life cycle support of Unix and Linux servers, including installation, build, hosting design and service deployment, on-site and remote administration, user support, performance monitoring and tuning, and capacity planning
Proficient in creating and editing computer-based documentation and trouble ticket systems to document equipment configurations, track changes and problems, and compiles performance data
Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve complex hardware and software problems issues
Proficient in installing and maintaining the operating system and related software products
Demonstrated ability using security management systems and facilitates in backups and restores of data and application code
Demonstrated experience with Change and Case Management procedures
Demonstrated performance in isolation testing of problem equipment and/or software
Proficient in providing on-site system or application support for deployment/installation
Security Clearance Level:
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust and successfully pass a thorough Government background screening process requiring the completion of detailed forms and fingerprinting
This position has a U.S. residency requirement. The USPS security clearance process requires the selected candidate to have resided in the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for the last five years as follows: U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 6 months consecutively in the last 3 years (unless they meet certain exceptions). Non-U.S. Citizens cannot have left the U.S. (including U.S. Territories) for longer than 90 days consecutively in the last 3 years.
Location:
On site at one of the customer locations (includes: Eagan, MN, Raleigh, NC, or San Mateo, CA)
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
#WeAreGDIT #GDITCareers #Unix #LinuxThe likely salary range for this position is $106,371 - $177,632. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.