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The Role
Deploy and manage private-cloud virtualization, bare-metal servers, enterprise Linux, hardware, and physical and virtual networking infrastructure. Troubleshoot systems across the hardware, hypervisor, operating-system, and network stack; implement security configurations; and produce technical documentation. The role requires SWFTS and AN/BYG-1 domain expertise, collaboration across engineering teams, up to 10% travel, and the ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance. This is a fully onsite position in Fall River, Massachusetts.
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About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Systems Infrastructure Engineer to be a part of our Undersea Warfare team based out of our Fall River, MA location.
We are looking for a highly capable engineer who excels in virtualization, hardware integration, and enterprise Linux management. If you have a passion for bare-metal deployments, managing complex hypervisors, and optimizing datacenter performance, this role offers a hands-on opportunity to support highly available, bare-metal systems in a fast-paced setting.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
- All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- This is a fully on-site position, based out of our Fall River, MA location.
Key Responsibilities
What You Will Do:
- Private Cloud & Virtualization: Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot enterprise-grade virtualization platforms (VMware/ESXi), ensuring high availability and seamless resource scaling for private cloud clusters.
- OS & Hardware Integration: Maintain and optimize Linux-based operating systems (specifically RHEL) running on enterprise hardware like Dell PowerEdge servers, including kernel tuning, bootloaders, and system initialization.
- Infrastructure Networking: Configure and support physical and virtual networking components, utilizing Cisco hardware for routing, switching, VLANs, and firewall management.
- Systematic Debugging: Diagnose hardware, hypervisor, and OS-level issues across the stack to maintain continuous operational readiness.
- Security Implementation: Apply robust security configurations, ensuring compliance with required frameworks across all deployed nodes.
- Technical Documentation: Create clear architectural diagrams and actionable engineering plans for cross-functional project teams.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Who You Are (Required):
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field or equivalent full-time professional experience.
- 3+ years of demonstrated professional or advanced practical experience configuring bare-metal servers, hypervisors, and Linux operating systems.
- Technical Foundation: Strong command of enterprise virtualization and datacenter infrastructure configuration and management.
- Agility: Demonstrated ability to pivot between multiple projects and adapt to shifting priorities in an agile environment.
- Communication: Excellence in conveying technical details to both engineering peers and non-technical stakeholders.
- Domain Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems (SWFTS) architecture, including legacy integration, with advanced, detailed expertise in the AN/BYG-1 combat control subsystem and BYG virtualization environments.
- Ability to travel up to 10%
What Makes You Stand Out:
- Advanced experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
- Hands-on knowledge of Cisco networking architectures and Software-Defined Networking (SDN).
- Familiarity with automation and scripting (Shell scripting, Python, Ansible).
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs or other Risk Management Frameworks (RMF).
- Encouraged Certifications: VMware, Red Hat, Cisco, and/or Security+ (or equivalent IAT Level II).
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Job Benefits
Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):
We pride ourselves on a work environment where hard work is balanced with camaraderie and a strong team spirit. Our infrastructure and engineering teams thrive on mutual support, creative problem-solving, and a shared commitment to technical excellence. We are serious about our deliverables, but we believe a positive, vibrant workplace is essential to getting the best out of our people.
IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- Generous benefits package
- Competitive PTO
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
- 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
- Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
- Professional Development Resources
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards
- Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.
About
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent full-time professional experience
- 3+ years of professional or advanced practical experience configuring bare-metal servers, hypervisors, and Linux operating systems
- Strong command of enterprise virtualization and datacenter infrastructure configuration and management
- Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and manage multiple projects in an agile environment
- Strong communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- In-depth knowledge of Submarine Warfare Federated Tactical Systems architecture, including legacy integration
- Advanced, detailed expertise in the AN/BYG-1 combat control subsystem and BYG virtualization environments
- Ability to travel up to 10%
- Advanced experience with VMware ESXi, vCenter, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- Hands-on knowledge of Cisco networking architectures and Software-Defined Networking
- Familiarity with Shell scripting, Python, and Ansible
- Familiarity with DISA STIGs or other Risk Management Frameworks
- VMware, Red Hat, Cisco, Security+, or equivalent IAT Level II certification
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The Company
What We Do
WHO WE ARE Innovative Defense Technologies -IDT- provides automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for the DOD's mission-critical systems. Using patented Automated Test and ReTest (ATRT) technology, we support the entire software testing lifecycle from component testing, to system integration and testing, to the analysis of results. Our automated test and analysis solutions enable the rapid update and delivery of large, complex systems. Our technologies offer: -Rapid system configuration assessment and validation -Repeatable, consistent testing, analysis and reporting -On-demand regression tests in response to cyber threats -Statistical rigor in test and analysis -Reduced time and manpower At IDT, we work closely with our customers to tailor our products to support their systems and meet their goals. IDT has the expertise, strategies and processes in place to provide an automated solution for your next project. Let us help you dramatically accelerate test execution time, expand test coverage and improve software quality. OUR MISSION Our mission is to enable new software capabilities to be fielded faster and more affordably by reducing the amount of time and the cost spent on software testing. Through the use of our software testing technology, IDT is changing the way testing is being done for large, complex, software systems.
