JOB SUMMARY: The NASA SES III contract provides services to include the design, development, implementation, and integration of science data processing applications and technology; supports instrument, spacecraft, and mission development.

We are seeking a full time Linux Systems Administrator candidate who will be providing several aspects of both systems and networks including satellite health and safety monitoring, configuration automation, general end-user information technology, and teleconferencing support for the Mars Sample Return Capture Containment and Return system (CCRS) Project.

As a member CCRS team, the System Administrator will focus on operational aspects and use of administration of Agency CDM Tools (BigFix, Nessus, Splunk) and work with CCRS team leads including Avionics, Integration, and Testing, Flight Systems, and Ground Systems. This support also includes basic Apple end-user workstation support, software, peripherals, conference room equipment, and other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: All Work will be performed onsite at NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD. Location: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Installs, configures, and maintains Linux operating systems (Ubuntu and RHEL)
• Provide computer systems administration including networking, system baselining, system backup and recovery, patch management, and service monitoring.
• Maintains customer-facing services such as Code scanning tools, Jira, Confluence and Gitlab
• Ensures compliance with various NASA projects and program standards
• Creates and maintains thorough documentation for installations, configurations, and troubleshooting

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in Linux system administration.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Network Administration.
• Experience with BigFix, Nessus, and Splunk.
• Ability to multi-task, adapt to change, and work in a cooperative environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Apple end-user support.
• Experience working on other government contracts.
• Experience and/or knowledge of AWS.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with NASA GSFC systems administration, network, and security policies.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements of NIST FIPS FISMA framework.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: 3-6 years of relevant experience.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information systems, Software Engineering, or other related disciplines.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Must be a US citizen with ability to pass a Government background investigation.

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BENEFITS OFFERED: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, parental leave, paid time off, holidays and more. Learn more about MCSG Technologies benefits: https://www.mcsgtech.com/benefits/.

COLORADO'S EQUAL PAY ACT: In compliance with Colorados Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; MCSG Technologies considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidates work experience, education/training, and key skills.

EOE STATEMENT: We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION: The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

EXECUTIVE ORDER 14042 ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-10 SAFETY PROTOCOLS: The United States government may require that all employees, plus all contract employees performing services on behalf of the federal government, be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In accordance with EO 14042, MCSG Technologies may require that all employees with MCSG Technologies be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.