Systems Engineer - Linux / Windows

System One
Merrifield, VA
Senior System Engineer, Linux/Windows

Direct Hire

First 6 months on-site, Fairfax, VA – then hybrid 2 days a week on-site thereafter

Salary: $120,000 to $125,000 annually, plus benefits

Federal End-Client: US Citizenship required, eligible for Public Trust clearance


System One IT is staffing a direct hire opening for a Linux/Windows Systems Engineer with a respected systems integrator, supporting a federal end customer in Fairfax, VA. This is an on-site position for the first 6 months, with 2 days a week on-site thereafter.
Per federal requirements, U.S. citizenship is required, along with eligibility to obtain a Public Trust clearance.



Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Linux System tasks
    • Bash scripting –Create and/or modify bash scripts used for maintaining image repositories for analysis
    • Logical disk setup – able to set up and/or change logical disk configurations depending on the needs of users
    • User authorization – able to set up and maintain user profiles
  • Windows system administration tasks
    • Scripting – able to create & maintain scripts files (.BAT, .VBS) as needed to automate system functions and monitoring
  • OpenVMS system administration
    • User authorization – add & remove users, maintain passwords
    • Scripting – proficient in OpenVMS DCL for various tasks
    • Patching – apply needed system updates
    • Program development – experience in compiling and debugging programs in various languages (FORTRAN, PASCAL, C, C++)
    • Monitoring – monitor systems for performance anomalies, other issues
  • Hardware monitoring and management
    • Update firmware – update firmware on servers and other hardware components
    • Diagnose hardware problems – track and do a preliminary diagnosis on hardware errors for servers and storage arrays
  • General knowledge and administration of storage arrays
    • Create logical drives
    • Perform backups as needed
  • Manage Virtual Machines
    • Basic knowledge of VMWARE virtual machines
    • Start and stop virtual machines
    • Edit virtual machines (e.g., add memory or CPUs)
    • Move virtual machines between hosts
  • Plan, design, develop, test, and deploy applications for monitoring hardware and software
  • Application monitoring and Help desk support
Requirements:
  • Demonstrated knowledge with at least 5 years of experience with versions of Linux
  • Demonstrated knowledge with at least 5 years of experience with Windows system administration
  • Knowledge of HPE and DELL server hardware, monitoring, and management skills
  • Knowledge of storage arrays and administration
  • Ability to evaluate and compare vendor hardware solutions
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to document design and support needs
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • OpenVMS system administration knowledge will be a plus
  • Three years of experience working in a virtualized environment
  • Help Desk or Customer Support experience
Clearance Requirement:
  • The candidate must be able to obtain a sensitive security clearance.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.


System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Posted 2026-02-10

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