We are seeking an Enterprise Linux Engineer to direct operations and maintenance activities for enterprise Linux infrastructure across multiple sites and classified networks. This role combines deep Linux systems expertise with DevOps engineering infrastructure automation and technical leadership. The ideal candidate will drive baseline standardization lead technology refresh cycles integrate emerging technologies (including Kubernetes) and serve as the primary representative for Linux operations to customer management and application owners.
Key Responsibilities
Direct O&M activities for enterprise Linux infrastructure across multiple sites and classified networks including compliance remediation and security hardening
Manage technology refresh cycles including planning testing deployment and decommissioning of legacy systems
Drive baseline standardization processes to ensure consistent secure and maintainable Linux environments across the enterprise
Lead integration efforts for new technologies and products including container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes) on in-house hardware
Implement and maintain DevOps infrastructure including CI/CD pipelines source control automated testing and build systems
Develop automation solutions for deployment configuration management and operational efficiency using scripting and infrastructure-as-code tools
Provide guidance to application owners to improve application availability performance and reliability
Lead incident and outage response for key applications and infrastructure components
Represent Linux operations to customer management application owners and senior stakeholders
Manage production environments across multiple classification levels ensuring security and operational continuity
Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership across the engineering team
Generate availability and utilization reports to support capacity planning and operational decision-making
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI or Q/SCI clearance
Progressive experience in systems engineering and Linux administration
Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D. 16 years with a HS diploma
Deep expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration
Strong experience with DevOps toolchains (GitLab Jenkins Ansible or equivalent) and CI/CD pipeline implementation
Experience with cloud and virtualization platforms (AWS VMware Nutanix)
Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python Bash)
Experience managing production environments at multiple classification levels
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker Kubernetes) and deployment in secure environments
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (CloudFormation Ansible or equivalent)
Strong incident response and troubleshooting skills for complex distributed systems
Excellent communication skills with the ability to represent technical operations to senior stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
CompTIA Security or equivalent baseline certification
Experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) DoW or IC missions
Experience with AWS C2S or GovCloud environments
Background in big-data engineering and analytics platforms (Hadoop ElasticSearch or equivalent)
Experience with migration from on-premises to cloud environments at multiple classification levels
Familiarity with LDAP Active Directory and identity management in classified networks
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Experience with message queuing systems (RabbitMQ Kafka or equivalent)
Track record of process improvement initiatives that measurably improved operational efficiency
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$112000 - $179000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the individuals experience education knowledge skills and competencies as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position employees may be eligible for overtime shift differential and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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ResponsibilitiesPosition OverviewWe are seeking an Enterprise Linux Engineer to direct operations and maintenance activities for enterprise Linux infrastructure across multiple sites and classified networks. This role combines deep Linux systems expertise with DevOps engineering infrastructure autom...
Responsibilities
Position Overview
We are seeking an Enterprise Linux Engineer to direct operations and maintenance activities for enterprise Linux infrastructure across multiple sites and classified networks. This role combines deep Linux systems expertise with DevOps engineering infrastructure automation and technical leadership. The ideal candidate will drive baseline standardization lead technology refresh cycles integrate emerging technologies (including Kubernetes) and serve as the primary representative for Linux operations to customer management and application owners.
Key Responsibilities
Direct O&M activities for enterprise Linux infrastructure across multiple sites and classified networks including compliance remediation and security hardening
Manage technology refresh cycles including planning testing deployment and decommissioning of legacy systems
Drive baseline standardization processes to ensure consistent secure and maintainable Linux environments across the enterprise
Lead integration efforts for new technologies and products including container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes) on in-house hardware
Implement and maintain DevOps infrastructure including CI/CD pipelines source control automated testing and build systems
Develop automation solutions for deployment configuration management and operational efficiency using scripting and infrastructure-as-code tools
Provide guidance to application owners to improve application availability performance and reliability
Lead incident and outage response for key applications and infrastructure components
Represent Linux operations to customer management application owners and senior stakeholders
Manage production environments across multiple classification levels ensuring security and operational continuity
Mentor junior staff and provide technical leadership across the engineering team
Generate availability and utilization reports to support capacity planning and operational decision-making
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI or Q/SCI clearance
Progressive experience in systems engineering and Linux administration
Minimum of 12 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D. 16 years with a HS diploma
Deep expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration
Strong experience with DevOps toolchains (GitLab Jenkins Ansible or equivalent) and CI/CD pipeline implementation
Experience with cloud and virtualization platforms (AWS VMware Nutanix)
Proficiency in scripting and automation (Python Bash)
Experience managing production environments at multiple classification levels
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker Kubernetes) and deployment in secure environments
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (CloudFormation Ansible or equivalent)
Strong incident response and troubleshooting skills for complex distributed systems
Excellent communication skills with the ability to represent technical operations to senior stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
CompTIA Security or equivalent baseline certification
Experience supporting Department of Energy (DOE) DoW or IC missions
Experience with AWS C2S or GovCloud environments
Background in big-data engineering and analytics platforms (Hadoop ElasticSearch or equivalent)
Experience with migration from on-premises to cloud environments at multiple classification levels
Familiarity with LDAP Active Directory and identity management in classified networks
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Experience with message queuing systems (RabbitMQ Kafka or equivalent)
Track record of process improvement initiatives that measurably improved operational efficiency
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$112000 - $179000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position the individuals experience education knowledge skills and competencies as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position employees may be eligible for overtime shift differential and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
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EEO: Equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.
Peraton provides innovative solutions for the most sensitive and critical programs in government today, developed and executed by scientists, engineers, and other experts.
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