[Hiring] Systems Administrator @cFocus Software Incorporated

Role Description

cFocus Software seeks a Systems Administrator (Unix/Linux) to join our program supporting the Department of Defense (DoD). This position is remote and requires the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Unix/Linux servers to ensure high availability and performance.
• Perform system installations, upgrades, and patches in accordance with approved change control procedures.
• Monitor system performance and capacity, identifying and resolving technical issues proactively.
• Manage and maintain user accounts, permissions, and access controls in compliance with DoD security policies.
• Implement and monitor system backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and configuration baselines.
• Support integration of Unix/Linux systems with other enterprise platforms and applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and network issues, escalating as necessary to engineering teams.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity personnel to ensure systems meet compliance requirements such as STIGs and RMF controls.
• Assist with vulnerability scanning, patch validation, and remediation efforts to maintain system security posture.
• Participate in system audits, inspections, and accreditation activities as required by the PWS.
• Provide Tier III support and mentorship to junior administrators and technical support personnel.
• Perform system monitoring and generate operational reports on uptime, capacity, and incident metrics.
• Support automation efforts using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible) to streamline administrative tasks.
• Participate in after-hours maintenance windows and on-call rotations to support mission-critical systems.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience in Unix and/or Linux system administration of networks and software systems.
• Experience in system backup and recovery; basic software management; security management and library management; installation and configuration of hardware; operational systems and COTS software; operating computer systems in different operating environments; and sizing, performance, tuning, hardware/software/network troubleshooting and resource allocation.
• Qualified experience in different network protocols including TCP/IP and major network security tools such as firewalls, knowledge of computing and networking vulnerabilities, attack methods and latest detection methods.
• Active DoD IAT Level II certification.

Requirements

• Experienced.