Senior Linux System Engineer

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Huachuca City, AZ, USA
In-Office
88K-118K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Professional Services • Security • Software
The Role
Design and define Linux system architecture, provide Tier III support for patches and updates, test baselines in the Engineering Operations Facility, develop Enterprise Technical Procedures, enforce DISA/STIG hardening and baseline compliance, monitor centralized alerts, and manage OS lifecycle and security integrations. Onsite at Fort Huachuca; requires active Secret clearance.
Summary Generated by Built In

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Secret

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Documentations, Linux, Systems Design, Systems Engineering

Certifications:

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2) - International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2)

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Senior Linux System Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.
At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Linux System Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Senior Linux System Engineer joining our team to review, analyze and provide Tier III support for patches and updates, to include testing the baseline in the Engineering Operations Facility (EOF) prior to release to the RCCs.
Selected candidate will provide full-time onsite support at our Fort Huachuca facility.
 
MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT:
  • Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems.
  • You will also develop Enterprise Technical Procedures (ETPs) with the directions to apply patches, upgrades and security configurations and/or updates to the baseline system in the EOF for testing IAW with the STIGs.
  • Ensure that already-provisioned Linux systems are kept in compliance with baseline requirements & ever-changing enterprise policy (e.g., equivalent to Group Policy in the Windows realm for ongoing compliance updates). 
  • Monitor all solutions integrated via a centralized alerting system.
  • Develop an operating system lifecycle plan with integration of DoW STIGs and other recommended security standards. 
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED (Required):Education & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience required.  An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.Clearance: Active Secret security clearance required.Certification: Current DoW IAT level III.Technical Skills:
  • VMWare management/administration experience.
  • Thorough experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Ubuntu or a derivative.
  • Knowledge of Windows and Linux Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and current DISA’s hardening protocol.
  • Experienced in systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, and engineering.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
  • Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY:
  • Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

The likely salary range for this position is $88,130 - $117,875. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA AZ Fort Huachuca

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

 



Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree (or additional 4 years experience in lieu of degree)
  • 5+ years of related experience
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Current DoD IAT Level III certification
  • CISSP certification
  • VMware management/administration experience
  • Thorough experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or Ubuntu
  • Knowledge of Windows and Linux STIG and DISA hardening protocols
  • Experience in systems analysis, design, integration, documentation, and engineering
  • US Citizenship

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  • Affordable Benefits Pay and benefits are described as good or okay in multiple places, and the overall package is often portrayed as acceptable even when base pay is not viewed as top-tier.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision plan options are presented as comprehensive, with additional protections like disability and life insurance contributing to a well-rounded health and protection offering.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) plan with company match is consistently highlighted as part of the total rewards package, supporting longer-term financial planning.

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