Unix/Linux team lead

Requirements

Must have:

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field - At least 9 years of relevant experience in the IT sector - Minimum 5 years of experience in designing and managing enterprise-level virtualization environments - Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex system issues - Advanced Unix Administrator certification - Proven experience deploying Unix/Linux systems in hybrid or public cloud architectures - Proficiency in server builds, patch management, and OS lifecycle processes - Subject matter expert on all Unix/Linux systems - Familiarity with ITIL standards and change management - Capability to obtain and maintain an FDIC Public Trust - Ability to successfully clear the SAIC background investigation

Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with application teams, DBAs, and network teams to implement solutions for complex technical needs - Act as a conduit between IT leadership and Unix/Linux teams to ensure technical capabilities align with business requirements - Lead initiatives to integrate Unix/Linux systems with cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, utilizing tools like AWS EC2, Azure VM, or Docker and Kubernetes - Maintain and support Unix/Linux environments on virtualized platforms like VMware, KVM, or Hyper-V - Analyze system metrics to spot and address performance bottlenecks and optimization opportunities - Use enterprise monitoring tools to proactively track infrastructure health and performance - Manage data backups and disaster recovery strategies for Unix/Linux systems - Regularly assess and mitigate vulnerabilities through system hardening and security patching - Implement, monitor, and enforce security controls for Unix/Linux systems, ensuring compliance with organizational security standards - Develop and uphold Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), best practices, and policies for consistent Unix/Linux environment management - Conduct system patching, upgrades, and kernel updates to enhance reliability, security, and performance - Supervise OS-level performance tuning, troubleshooting, and system optimization to fulfill SLAs for high-demand applications

Company:

We are SAIC, a leading technology integrator that provides comprehensive services and solutions in technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise IT markets. We proudly support the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) under a newly awarded Information Security Services contract, striving to deliver innovative cybersecurity, IT operations, and risk management services. Located in Arlington, VA, this role offers the chance to collaborate with industry leaders while leveraging advanced technologies to bolster the nations banking system. Our team of approximately 15,000 dedicated employees is focused on serving U.S. federal government customers with integrity and mission-driven solutions, backed by annual revenues of around $4.5 billion.