Linux Systems Engineer 2025-TGC
Linux Systems Engineer 2025-TGC
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Description:
Join ICES on a contract impacting national security as an Linux Systems Engineer.
A Linux Systems Engineer is responsible for designing implementing and maintaining
Linuxbased systems within an organization. They ensure the stability security and performance of Linux servers and workstations. The Linux Systems Engineer handles system configurations software updates troubleshooting and supports IT projects involving Linux environments.
These positions are located inAlexandria VA.All positions require an active/currentTS/SCI securityclearanceand be willing and able to pass an additionalpolygraphas needed.
As a Linux Systems Engineer specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Duties:
- Responsible for installing updating patching removing troubleshooting repairing and maintaining all existing and future installations of Red Hat Linux servers.
- Provide technical support and training to endusers and IT staff for Linux systems.
- Implement and maintain security measures including firewalls and access controls.
- Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues promptly.
- Plan and execute software updates and deployments using package management tools.
- Continuously monitor system performance and resource utilization making adjustments as needed.
- Develop and manage backup and recovery procedures for Linux systems.
- Implement and enforce IT policies and best practices for Linux environments.
- Create and update documentation related to system configurations procedures and
- policies.
Required:
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
- Indepth knowledge of Linux operating systems (e.g. Red Hat Ubuntu CentOS)
- Proficiency in system administration tasks such as user management file permissions and system monitoring.
- Skills in scripting languages (e.g. Bash Python) to automate tasks and processes.
- Knowledge of security best practices for Linux systems including firewall and SELinux configuration.
- Understanding of network configurations and protocols related to Linux environments.
- Strong problemsolving skills to diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues.
- Experience with package management and software deployment tools (e.g. Ansible Puppet Chef).
- Ability to optimize system performance and resource utilization.
- Experience with backup and recovery solutions for Linux systems.
- Ability to create and maintain detailed documentation for Linux systems.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.
- Ability to manage Linuxrelated projects and coordinate with IT teams.
- 4 years of experience administering and maintaining Linux Operating Systems. or a related field specifically with Linux operating systems.
- Experience with Linux on a virtualized platform (Nutanix VMWare or Microsoft HyperV) is preferred.
Employment Type
Full Time
