
Linux Administrator
ActioNet, Inc.
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Maryland • Oregon • United States
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About the role
- Manage Linux platforms and containers across hybrid environments supporting NOAA’s Marine Operations
- Install, configure, and maintain RHEL/Ubuntu with CIS/NOAA hardening
- Operate Linux-based applications and pipelines (CORIOLIX, OpenRVDAS, Globus)
- Containerize and orchestrate services using Docker/Podman and Kubernetes
- Implement configuration management and IaC (Ansible, Cloud-Init/Kickstart)
- Monitor Linux performance and triage system issues
- Manage keys/secrets and integrate with AAD/Key Vault
- Provide Tier 2 support for Linux-based scientific workflows
- Participate in post-cruise reviews and update runbooks quarterly
Requirements
- 5 years administering Linux in production/hybrid environments
- Strong skills in package management, systemd, SELinux/AppArmor, and TCP/IP
- Proficient with Ansible and shell/Python scripting
- Experience running CORIOLIX/OpenRVDAS/Globus and optimizing I/O at sea
- Clear communication and documentation skills
- RHCSA/RHCE or LFCS/LFCE (preferred)
- CKA/CKAD or Docker DCA (preferred)
- CompTIA Linux+ Security+ (preferred)
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Education and Professional Training
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Referral and Merit Recognition Programs
- Employee Assistance and Identity Theft Protection
- Paid Holidays: 11 per year
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Disability Insurance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
Linux administrationRHELUbuntuCIS hardeningDockerPodmanKubernetesAnsiblePython scriptingTCP/IP
Soft skills
clear communicationdocumentation skills
Certifications
RHCSARHCELFCSLFCECKACKADDocker DCACompTIA Linux+CompTIA Security+