Linux Kernel and Containerization Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County headquartered in Huntsville AL. Our team provides superior research development and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nations top 100 defense companies the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: Lighting the Pathway of Freedom. And as a Certified Evergreen ESOP we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies Inc. is seeking a motivated Linux Kernel and Containerization Subject Matter Expert (SME) that can work with a diverse team to monitor update and support THAAD Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) Digital and simulation labs. Seeking a candidate with a strong background in containerization Linux Kernels software development and security. This lab supports the THAAD weapons system.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Kernel & OS Engineering: Serve as the SME for Linux kernel customization. Install configure and maintain system hardware/software across RHEL 7-10 environments.
• Infrastructure Management: Design develop and maintain highly scalable resilient container infrastructures and Cloud Development Environments (CDE).
• Administer container orchestration clusters within strict air-gapped/classified environments requiring Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
• Automate Operating System builds and support the full lifecycle management of containerized applications.
• Work directly with existing codebases contribute improvements and adapt solutions to overcome constraints within legacy systems.
• Demonstrated ability to design and maintain scalable resilient container infrastructure.
• Provide troubleshooting support for hardware and software.
• Manage user accounts on classified systems using multi-factor authentication.
• Oversee the implementation of container solutions within a Linux operating system.

Job Requirements:

• US Citizenship.
• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Computer Science a related field or equivalent experience.
• 6 years related experience.
• The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills both oral and written; exhibit the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic customer focused work environment.
• Linux and Security certifications.
• Advanced knowledge of RHEL (7-10) OS automation and Linux kernel customization.
• Knowledge with a configuration management focus is a plus.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Expert knowledge in container technologies.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages.
• Must have an active secret security clearance.

Schedule:M-F 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site

Travel:Yes Up to 20%

Relocation Assistance Available:No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:No

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Benefits:

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment a competitive salary and an excellent comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability flexible spending accounts Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts EAP education assistance paid time off and holidays.

Applying to Torch Technologies:

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