Senior Linux/Unix System Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +11 more locations.

📋 Description

• Assist in the sustainment of Linux Engineering under ASRC Federal's CECOM SETA Support within the PEO EIS MSP.

• Spearhead initiatives to provide software updates and oversee intricate Linux environments.

• Ensure that U.S. Army Linux systems remain secure, dependable, and equipped to support mission-critical operations.

• Conduct both functional and empirical analyses pertaining to the design, development, and implementation of software systems.

• Initiate new projects aimed at delivering ASIC software updates to soldiers through a web application.

• Formulate test strategies, devices, and systems.

• Address engineering challenges and execute trade-off analyses to identify the optimal solutions.

• Convey ideas, plans, and strategies effectively to the team and stakeholders.

• Grasp software assurance principles and adhere to applicable Application Security and Development Security Technical Implementation Guidelines.

• Sustain and enhance IT infrastructure and software capabilities that support CECOM personnel globally.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computing Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related Engineering or Technical discipline is preferred.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a team lead role within the last 15 years.

• An active Secret security clearance or higher (with the capability to obtain TS/SCI if necessary).

• At least 8 years of experience as a Linux system administrator.

• Expertise in administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 (RHEL 9 experience is a plus).

• Practical experience with Red Hat Pacemaker high-availability clusters.

• Familiarity with operating RHEL servers in AWS cloud environments (GovCloud preferred).

• Strong scripting capabilities (Shell, Bash, Python, or similar) for automation and system management.

• Background in patch management, system hardening, and vulnerability remediation within a DoD environment.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Proven communication and teamwork abilities.

• Possession of Linux or other relevant technical certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE, Security+, CompTIA Linux+).

• Understanding of DoD security requirements and compliance (STIG/ACAS).

• Acquaintance with ASIC software delivery processes and web-based deployment to deployed soldiers.

• Knowledge of ERP SAP environments.

• Familiarity with ServiceNow.

• Experience in an Agile/Scrum framework environment.

• Proven experience performing major and minor version upgrades for RHEL.

• Experience with containers and Kubernetes (OpenShift is a plus).

• Proficient in Ansible or other configuration management tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.