Dev-OPS Linux Sys-Engineer- TS/SCI security clearance required

Clearance Required: TS/SCI
Title: Dev-OPS Linux Sys-Engineer-
Location: Northern VA/ On-site
Salary Range: $150-175K

The Linux systems engineer is responsible for assisting other team members with the technical aspects of their jobs, assisting with training and onboarding new hires, assisting in identification and triage of technical issues
and requests and populating engineering backlog of know work requests and identified bugs. Assist in prioritizing, delegating and clarifying work assignments as appropriate. Explain technical considerations, environment, and projects to external system partners. Work with IA and security teams to ensure proper software versioning, scanning and patching of systems, and
compliance with ATO/accreditation standards.

Description:
 Understand, configure, implement, and deploy systems using Linux command-line in a cloud environment
 Monitor systems, validate the integrity and accessibility of all server resources, hardware, systems, and key processes.
 Install, patch installations, upgrade, and maintain system hardware and software
 Responsible for building and setting up new development tools and infrastructure utilizing knowledge in continuous integration, delivery,
and deployment (CI/CD), Cloud technologies, Container Orchestration and Security.
 Responsible for configuration and maintenance of computer systems within the environment, ensuring high availability of systems and services
 Responsible for hardware upgrades, performance tuning, and resource
optimization
 Design and build technical solutions for cloud-agnostic, cloud-enabled infrastructure with microservices or traditional application patterns
 Back up, retrieve, maintain, and migrate programs and data
 Create, maintain and update documentation
 Responsible for change management requests
 Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.
Monitor system performance and ensure high availability of infrastructure.
 Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and application issues.
 Implement security measures and ensure compliance with industry standards.
 Collaborate with development and operations teams to support business needs.
 Design and deploy scalable and secure infrastructure solutions.
 Automate routine tasks using scripting and configuration management tools.
 Document system configurations, processes, and procedures

Requirements:
 Top Secret Clearance with SCI
 IAT Level II certification
 Proven experience as a Red Hat Engineer
 Strong knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.
 Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl.
 Familiarity with configuration management tools like Ansible or Puppet.
 Understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
 Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
 Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE) are a plus.
Preferred, but Not Required
 Red Hat Certified System Engineer (RHCSE)

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits and compensation package and FUN place to work! Benefits include, but not limited to:

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance (three CareFirst healthcare plans to choose from, Dental and Vision Insurance, 75% covered for employee/ 50% per dependent

• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions $1500 individual/ $3000 family

Personal Insurance Benefits

• Company-paid Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

• Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Leave

• Employees receive 20 days of vacation/10 holidays built into hourly rate/ 5 days of sick time (currently used for snow, jury, bereavement)

Retirement

• Pre-tax 401k program including 6% company match

• 100% fully vested from eligibility date

*Eligible after 90 days of employment

Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.