Linux Platform Administrator

Job Category: Information Technology

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular-Long Term Assignment

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

Are you interested in continuing your career in Europe in a mission focused environment? CACI has established upcoming positions throughout the European theater supporting multiple customers for the Department of Defense. We are looking for experienced, innovative and motivated IT Specialists to support enablement HQ AFRICOM’s mission objectives.

What You’ll Get to Do:

CACI has an excellent opportunity for an experienced, self-directed, Linux Platform Administrator . This position is in support of a Department of Defense (DoD) organization, US AFRICOM located OCONUS in Stuttgart, Germany. This position is required to travel OCONUS.

The Linux Administrator supports the design, build, and deployment of applications in a hardened enterprise Linux environment. Reviews and compares multiple platform options for applications and collaborating with specific teams to choose an appropriate platform. Design and implement a tool set that simplifies the provisioning and support of an enterprise Linux environment. Support the planning, configuration, and implementation of features on the Linus platform that enhances availability, response time, and monitoring of key system metrics.

They will provide PKI management using OpenSSL. Operate and maintain systems in Linux (RHEL)/CentOS. Provide assistance via remote access, phone, or in person. Candidates need excellent problem-solving and customer service skills, as well as extensive experience with network hardware, software applications, operating systems and network connectivity. They must be customer service-oriented and proactive in anticipating and resolving problems while maximizing efficient use of resources.

More About the Role:

The successful candidate must be able to communicate clearly and succinctly both written and orally, have strong leadership skills, and present products and ideas in a business-like manner. The candidate will be required to work in dynamic fast paced environments that require team interaction and coordination of efforts. The candidate must be experienced in interfacing with both client managers and system users.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:

• Currently hold an adjudicated Secret Clearance and be able to maintain

• BA/BS + 3 years recent specialized or AA/AS +7 years recent specialized or a major cert + 7 years recent specialized or 11 years of recent specialized experience

• CompTIA Security + (IAT Level II or greater)

• Experience with RHEL administration/engineering

• Demonstrated experience with Scripting/Automation

• Effective troubleshooting skills

• Experience in DoD Security practices

• Experience developing scripts with Bash, Perl, Python, etc.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

• ITIL v3 – Foundation

Company Overview:

CACI 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits)

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$75,200 - 158,100 USD