Booz Allen Hamilton
Linux and Radio Mission System Administrator
Booz Allen Hamilton, Washington, DC
Linux and Radio Mission System Administrator
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in our integrated project team supporting the client? What if you could use those skills to improve the technology supporting the United States Air Force (USAF)? We are seeking a talented Linux Administrator who also has experience with radio technologies to manage and maintain our IT infrastructure and radio communication systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Linux systems administration and a solid understanding of radio technologies and equipment. This individual will be responsible for taking ownership of a system and presenting clients with future iterations. You'll participate in the development of a system of interest, encompassing hardware or software, through its entire life cycle, risk and opportunity management, and tailoring of processes to meet the needs of the specific project. You'll apply advanced consulting skills or extensive technical expertise and full industry knowledge. You'll develop innovative solutions to complex problems. You'll work without considerable direction, mentors and may supervise team members.
As a Linux Systems Administrator on our team, you have the chance to shape this classified mission by joining a team of skilled technicians providing support for a 24x7x365 operations center, associated communications sites, and systems. You will install, administer and maintain Linux-based systems, ensuring high availability and performance. You'll monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform regular updates and patches. You'll manage user accounts, permissions, and security settings on Linux servers and configure and maintain radio communication systems, including hardware and software components. You'll integrate radio technology with Linux-based systems for seamless operation and data flow and provide technical support and guidance to internal teams on Linux and radio technology matters. You'll document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps and collaborate with other IT and engineering teams to support project requirements and operational goals. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer focused engineering solution. Your combination of people skills and system administrator expertise makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. Your customer will trust you to not only design and develop these systems but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. On our team, you'll broaden your skillset into areas like cyber and network operations. Grow your skills while leading and performing installation and upgrades of hardware and software, applications, and patches. Join our team and create the future of air defense.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
Nice If You Have:
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,600.00 to $172,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
EEO Commitment
We're an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in our integrated project team supporting the client? What if you could use those skills to improve the technology supporting the United States Air Force (USAF)? We are seeking a talented Linux Administrator who also has experience with radio technologies to manage and maintain our IT infrastructure and radio communication systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Linux systems administration and a solid understanding of radio technologies and equipment. This individual will be responsible for taking ownership of a system and presenting clients with future iterations. You'll participate in the development of a system of interest, encompassing hardware or software, through its entire life cycle, risk and opportunity management, and tailoring of processes to meet the needs of the specific project. You'll apply advanced consulting skills or extensive technical expertise and full industry knowledge. You'll develop innovative solutions to complex problems. You'll work without considerable direction, mentors and may supervise team members.
As a Linux Systems Administrator on our team, you have the chance to shape this classified mission by joining a team of skilled technicians providing support for a 24x7x365 operations center, associated communications sites, and systems. You will install, administer and maintain Linux-based systems, ensuring high availability and performance. You'll monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and perform regular updates and patches. You'll manage user accounts, permissions, and security settings on Linux servers and configure and maintain radio communication systems, including hardware and software components. You'll integrate radio technology with Linux-based systems for seamless operation and data flow and provide technical support and guidance to internal teams on Linux and radio technology matters. You'll document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps and collaborate with other IT and engineering teams to support project requirements and operational goals. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer focused engineering solution. Your combination of people skills and system administrator expertise makes you the team hero, solving one problem after another. Your customer will trust you to not only design and develop these systems but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. On our team, you'll broaden your skillset into areas like cyber and network operations. Grow your skills while leading and performing installation and upgrades of hardware and software, applications, and patches. Join our team and create the future of air defense.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
- 2+ years of experience as a Linux Administrator
- Experience with radio communication systems, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting
- Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl
- Experience with network protocols, firewalls, and security best practices
- Knowledge of Linux operating systems, including Ubuntu or Red Hat
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a team environment
- Secret clearance
- HS diploma or GED
- Ability to obtain an DoD 8570 IAT Level II networking Certification or DoD 8140 System Administrator (451) Certification within 90 days of hire
Nice If You Have:
- Experience with telecommunications, information technology, or broadcasting industries
- Experience with PRC-117 systems
- Experience with Command and Control (C2) Department of Defense (DoD) systems
- Experience with the Joint Range Extension (JRE) and JRE Applications Protocol (JREAP) suites
- Experience with Multi Source Correlator Tracker (MSCT) system
- Knowledge of radios
- Possession of excellent problem-solving skills
- Possession of strong communication skills
- RHCE, LPIC, or related Certification
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen's benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $75,600.00 to $172,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen's total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
- If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
- If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
EEO Commitment
We're an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that empowers our people to fearlessly drive change - no matter their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.