Linux Systems Engineer Security Clearance

Position: Linux Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
Description Seeking a Linux Systems Engineer, working with a diverse team of contractors, government personnel and subject matter experts, focused on creating and recognizing targeting opportunities and strategies in the cyber-realm. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated and excel in independent and small-team environments, demonstrating strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with minimal supervision. This is an onsite position located in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities include:

* Supporting a variety of networks and systems in a mission-critical enterprise environment.
* Excel independently and in small-team environments, demonstrating strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with minimal supervision.
* Proactively seek out opportunities to learn new skills and willingly share knowledge with junior team members.
* Initiative in finding and prioritizing tasks, including security audits and patch management, is essential.
* Excellent communication skills are crucial, particularly in defusing situations and interacting with individuals unfamiliar with technology.
* The role involves collaboration with various government, subcontractor, and SAIC personnel on project-based assignments. Qualifications Required

Education and Experience:

* Bachelors and 9 years or more experience. Masters and 7 years or more experience. Or 13 years of experience in lieu of degree.
* Security+ or CISSP certification on day one.
* KEY - Advance knowledge of Red Hat Linux and Red Hat Open Shift.
* KEY - Expertise in managing Linux servers and infrastructure.
* Expertise virtualization technologies and infrastructure.
* Proficiency in shell scripting and automation using tools like Bash, Python, or Perl.
* Experience with configuration management tools such as n8n, Puppet, or Chef.
* Advance knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP) and troubleshooting network issues. Must be fully conversant in the OSI model.
* Experience with utilizing Digital Certificates for authentication.
* Understanding of security best practices and experience implementing security measures.
* Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
* Ability to diagnose and resolve system performance issues.
* Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Splunk and Solarwinds .
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Continuous learning and keeping up-to-date with the latest Linux technologies and trends. Desired Certifications, Skills, Expertise:
* Knowledge of UNIX and Linux.
* Experience with Cisco infrastructure equipment.
* Experience working with serial console terminal servers.
* Knowledge of classified communication systems.
* Knowledge of Mac OSX is desired, but not required.
* Knowledge of VPN technology and implementation.
* Working knowledge of popular, legacy, and new social media, blog sites, and mobile applications.
* Working knowledge of deep web and dark web. Clearance/Citizenship Requirements:
* U.S. Citizenship with an active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a CI Poly.