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UNIX Systems Administration

Montgomery County, Maryland, United States · Hybrid

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Bridgecross LLC is seeking a UNIX System Administrator to support the National Ocean Service (NOS), National Geodetic Survey (NGS). This position will provide UNIX/Linux systems administration support, including server m…

Skills: UNIX Administration, Linux Administration, Capacity Planning, System Monitoring, User Account Administration

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UNIX Systems Administration

Bridgecross, LLC

Montgomery County, Maryland, United States • Hybrid

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  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Posted 25d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The role involves providing comprehensive UNIX/Linux systems administration support, including server maintenance, capacity planning, and system monitoring for the National Geodetic Survey. Key duties include managing user accounts, implementing backup procedures, and ensuring compliance with government FISMA policies.

Requirements

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience, along with at least 5 years of enterprise UNIX/Linux administration experience. U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a Public Trust clearance are mandatory requirements.

Full job description

Bridgecross LLC is seeking a UNIX System Administrator to support the National Ocean Service (NOS), National Geodetic Survey (NGS). This position will provide UNIX/Linux systems administration support, including server maintenance, capacity planning, system monitoring, user account administration, backup and recovery support, hardware/software inventory management, and troubleshooting to ensure reliable system operations and minimal downtime.

The UNIX System Administrator will support the installation, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of servers, operating systems, applications, file systems, peripherals, and related infrastructure. This role will also assist with implementing standard operating procedures, testing software fixes and patches, supporting technology refresh activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable government policies, procedures, and FISMA-related training requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create and maintain capacity planning documentation to assess current computing utilization by application, device, and system.
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of standard operating procedures.
  • Audit, test, and evaluate locally developed software fixes, patches, and system runs to improve performance and efficiency.
  • Monitor archiving and retrieval activities for user documents to assess the effectiveness of planned archiving schedules.
  • Install, support, and maintain UNIX/Linux servers and other computer systems.
  • Plan for and respond to service outages, hardware failures, and other operational issues.
  • Perform basic scripting to support system administration tasks and automation.
  • Administer user accounts, including account setup, maintenance, and access support.
  • Monitor system performance, report issues to NGS, and assist with corrective actions.
  • Maintain systems and peripherals to minimize downtime and support reliable operations.
  • Create and manage file systems for different operating system environments and devices.
  • Develop and support backup and recovery procedures.
  • Monitor network communications and assist with identifying system or connectivity issues.
  • Test and update systems when new versions of operating systems or application software are released, as directed by NOS.
  • Implement policies governing the use of computer systems and networks.
  • Diagnose technical problems, provide user assistance, and document resolutions.
  • Maintain computer hardware and software inventories, including hardware/software configurations and locations.
  • Use NGS standard file structures and methods when producing digital and paper reports.
  • Coordinate hardware repair when failures occur.
  • Replace system components such as disk drives, memory chips, and other hardware components, as directed by NOS Government personnel.
  • Configure new systems, install or update software, and assist with hardware surplus activities.
  • Track inventoried property in the ticketing system and provide Government email notification regarding movement of inventoried assets.
  • Follow Government policies and procedures to send, receive, inspect, test, and deploy technology in support of Government requirements.
  • Follow Government policies and procedures to remove equipment from deployed areas, wipe data storage devices, and prepare equipment for surplus and shipping.
  • Notify custodians when equipment removal and surplus/shipping activities occur.
  • Assist the Government with technology refresh activities.
  • Complete role-based training requirements identified by the associated FISMA system, as well as any relevant component or operating system certifications.



Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field is preferred.
  • Equivalent combinations of education, technical certifications, and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience providing UNIX/Linux systems administration support in an enterprise IT environment.
  • Experience should include server administration, user account management, system monitoring, patching, backup and recovery support, hardware/software inventory management, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
  • Experience supporting federal government, scientific, geospatial, or mission-critical IT environments is preferred.

Clearance Requirement

Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Preference will be given to candidates with an active or recently adjudicated Public Trust clearance.

Work Environment

This position supports NOS/NGS systems and infrastructure and may require coordination with Government personnel, system owners, users, property custodians, and technical support teams. Work may include onsite or remote support as authorized, hardware coordination, system monitoring, documentation, and compliance-related activities.

About Bridgecross LLC

Bridgecross LLC provides professional, technical, and information technology support services to federal government customers. We are committed to delivering dependable, mission-focused support through qualified professionals who understand the importance of customer service, accountability, and operational excellence.

Related keywords

UNIXLinuxNOSNGSFISMAPublic Trust ClearanceCapacity PlanningSystem AdministrationServer MaintenancePatchingBackup and RecoveryHardware InventoryScriptingEnterprise ITGeospatial ITMission-Critical Systems

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Providing Information Technology and Management Services

Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2012
Headquarters
Leesburg, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
275

Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, Bridgecross LLC is an emerging provider of elite contingency workforce for the Department of Defense, U.S. Federal Government Agencies, and corporate clients. Bridgecross, LLC. is a woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, small business that abides by the highest ethical and performance standards. Established in 2012, Bridgecross provides consulting, and technology services to government, not for profit and commercial organizations. • SBA 8(a) Certified • SWaM Cerified Number 725101 • Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOSB) • Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) • Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) • GSA IT Schedule 70 47QTCA19D000D With over 50 years of combined experience Bridgecross is committed to excellence in creating innovative and flexible solutions to mobilize the right people, skills and technologies to help client exceed their mission critical goals.

Offices: 722 E Market St, Leesburg, Virginia 20176, US

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About Bridgecross, LLC

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Providing Information Technology and Management Services

Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2012
Headquarters
Leesburg, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
275

Headquartered in Leesburg, Virginia, Bridgecross LLC is an emerging provider of elite contingency workforce for the Department of Defense, U.S. Federal Government Agencies, and corporate clients. Bridgecross, LLC. is a woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, small business that abides by the highest ethical and performance standards. Established in 2012, Bridgecross provides consulting, and technology services to government, not for profit and commercial organizations. • SBA 8(a) Certified • SWaM Cerified Number 725101 • Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOSB) • Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) • Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) • GSA IT Schedule 70 47QTCA19D000D With over 50 years of combined experience Bridgecross is committed to excellence in creating innovative and flexible solutions to mobilize the right people, skills and technologies to help client exceed their mission critical goals.

Offices: 722 E Market St, Leesburg, Virginia 20176, US

SAPProject ManagementWeb Design and DevelopmentIT ConsultingChange change managemementagilescurmhanaand aws
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