SAP NS2 Senior Linux & Java Systems Engineer-Hybrid-TSSCI Required+ Poly-Bolling

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SAP NS2 Senior Linux & Java Systems Engineer-Hybrid-TS/SCI Required Poly-Bolling

NS2 COMPANY DESCRIPTION

SAP is the global market leader for business software and related services. SAP National Security Services Inc. (SAP NS2) is an independent U.S. subsidiary of SAP. At SAP NS2 we leverage best-in-breed technologies engineered by SAP to protect the lives assets and information of Americans. We offer SAP solutions with specialized levels of security and support to meet the requirements of U.S. national security and critical infrastructure customers.

This position requires access to customer data; Must be a U.S. citizen. SAP NS2 does not offer Visa sponsorship for this role. All internals must have managers approval to transfer.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Linux & Java Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership and hands-on engineering support for secure mission-critical enterprise systems operating in classified environments. This role requires deep expertise in Linux system administration Java-based application support middleware configuration security hardening and database integration.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting full-system lifecycle operations including installation configuration automation security compliance testing documentation and cross-team coordination within secure government or defense environments.

This position requires an active TS/SCI poly clearance. Must be able to work on site at Bolling periodically.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead for secure Linux-based enterprise application environments.
• Install configure secure and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.
• Engineer and support Java-based applications running on middleware platforms (e.g. JBoss/WildFly).
• Implement and maintain SSL/TLS X.509 certificates encryption and authentication integrations.
• Perform firewall hardening system auditing and security compliance support.
• Support database integration and replication environments (e.g. relational databases such as SAP ASE or similar platforms).
• Develop and maintain shell scripts and automation tools for deployment and operations.
• Support AWS-based infrastructure deployments and virtualized environments (VMware).
• Implement and maintain logging frameworks (e.g. Log4j) monitoring and troubleshooting processes.
• Develop and execute automated testing and regression test suites.
• Maintain version control processes using Git and support agile tracking tools (e.g. Jira).
• Author and maintain installation guides administrative documentation and system security documentation.
• Support accreditation and security compliance documentation (e.g. ICD 503 or equivalent frameworks).
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and security teams to continuously improve system reliability and security posture.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph (required).
• Bachelors degree and 19 years of relevant experience OR
• Masters degree and 17 years of relevant experience OR
• PhD and 15 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7/8).
• Strong Java development and support experience.
• Experience with application servers such as JBoss or WildFly.
• Experience implementing SSL/TLS PKI and certificate-based authentication.
• Experience with database integration and replication technologies.
• Proficiency in shell scripting and Linux service management.
• Experience supporting AWS-based environments.
• Experience with Git and structured software lifecycle processes.
• Strong technical documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CompTIA Security (or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification).
• Experience supporting secure or classified environments.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and build tools (e.g. Maven ANT).
• Experience with XML technologies (XSD XSLT) REST APIs and JSON.
• Experience with system auditing and file integrity tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD practices.

Technical Environment

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• Java JavaScript
• JBoss / WildFly
• AWS & VMware
• Git / Jira
• SSL/TLS PKI X.509
• Relational databases
• Maven / ANT
• Shell scripting

Key Competencies

• Technical leadership
• Secure systems engineering
• Cross-domain and secure environment experience
• Automation mindset
• Strong written documentation skills
• Continuous process improvement

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Requisition ID: 448401 Work Area: Consulting and Professional Services Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Career Status: Professional Employment Type: Regular Full Time Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid