Senior Linux Administrator

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Senior Linux Administrator to work in our Information Technology department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls, Idaho facility with every other Friday off. Hybrid work opportunities may be available for this position and candidate will be expected to come onsite as required.

You will report to the Senior Manager of Customer Engagement. You will lead the transformation and modernization of the Linux landscape within IT, employing cutting-edge automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.

Responsibilities Include:

• Architect and maintain a robust, secure, and scalable Linux infrastructure, ensuring industry-leading uptime and service continuity.
• Design and implement comprehensive sysadmin solutions tailored to complex projects within a Linux-focused technological framework.
• Champion best practice methodologies for server and endpoint management across diverse operational environments, including virtual, cloud-based, and on-premises deployments.
• Lead the automation of deployment processes, collaborating with IT teams to enhance workflows.
• Be the Linux security authority, managing stringent access controls, user accounts, and group permissions.
• Implement a cohesive Linux cloud strategy, integrating services with Azure, AWS, or other prominent cloud providers, and ensuring seamless operations across platforms.
• Proficiently manage file systems, logical volumes, and network storage solutions, guaranteeing data integrity and accessibility.
• Automate routine and complex system tasks through scripting, reducing manual overhead and increasing operational efficiency.
• Create strategic guidance to enhance the stability, security, efficiency, and scalability of the Linux environment, promoting a standardized and supportable operating system deployment model.
• Engineer a robust disaster recovery plan specific to the Linux environment, ensuring alignment with INL's Continuity of Operations (COOP) plan as mandated by presidential directives.
• Regularly audit system backups, guaranteeing understanding of organizational goals and recovery requirements.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 9 years of senior-level experience in Linux system administration.
• Demonstrable experience with deploying, managing, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructures.
• Extensive experience with SQL databases, including design, implementation, and maintenance.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Perl) to automate tasks and improve processes.
• A solid understanding of networking principles and protocols to ensure seamless system integration and communication.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Desired Knowledge/Abilities

• Industry-recognized certifications such as RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer), LFCE (Linux Foundation Certified Engineer), or CompTIA Linux+.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Participation in open-source projects or active membership in relevant professional communities.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 4 ($109,260 - $223,908 ) / Level 5 ($130,980 - $268,680 ). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply.

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