Delinea Systems Engineer

GIGATEC Engineering; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Healthcare

10% 401(k) in every paycheck

100% Fully Vested

Job summary

GIGATEC Engineering is looking for a skilled engineer to lead the planning and deployment of privileged access solutions within enterprise Linux environments. This role focuses on enhancing security through effective system design and thorough documentation.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in Linux systems, scripting, and automation tools, contributing to the success of mission-critical operations. This position includes outstanding benefits such as 100% paid healthcare and a fully vested 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Suite of Tools.
• Proficiency in Bash/Python scripting to automate processes.
• Basic System Administration including installation and configuration of software.
• Strong background in Linux systems engineering.
• Hands-on experience with at least one Delinea product.
• Ability to create accurate documentation for systems.
• Familiarity with identity and access management concepts.
• Experience integrating Linux systems with authentication and directory services.
• Strong problem-solving skills for enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and automation tools.
• Understanding of containerization and secrets management.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and deployment of privileged access solutions.
• Translate security requirements into system designs.
• Document deployment strategies and operational processes.

Skills

Linux CLI and Tools

Bash/Python scripting

System Administration

Linux systems engineering

Delinea products experience

Documentation skills

Identity and access management

API integrations

Infrastructure as Code

Containerization technologies

Tools

Ansible

SaltStack

Docker

Jira

Confluence

Job description

NOTE – Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as the favorable completion of a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa.

What You’ll Be Doing (We don’t love the bullet points, but we love the work!)

Lead the planning, deployment, and documentation of Delinea (Centrify) privileged access and secrets management solutions across enterprise Linux environments. In this role, you will translate security and operational requirements into practical system designs, deployment strategies, and sustainment documentation. You will work at the intersection of Linux engineering, identity management, automation, and cybersecurity to strengthen access controls and support long‑term mission success.

Required Skills

• Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Suite of Tools
• Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python to automate manual processes
• Experience performing basic System Administration including installation, configuration, and support of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software in a large‑scale Linux environment
• Strong Linux systems engineering background (e.g., RHEL, Rocky, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Hands‑on experience planning or deploying at least one Delinea product (Secret Server, Privilege Manager, DevOps Secrets Vault, or related tools)
• Demonstrated ability to produce clear, accurate documentation for architecture, configuration, and operational processes
• Familiar with identity and access management concepts, PAM solutions, least‑privilege principles, and secure configuration guidelines
• Familiar with integrating Linux systems with authentication and directory services (LDAP, Active Directory, FreeIPA)
• Strong problem‑solving skills related to enterprise systems, authentication pipelines, and service‑level troubleshooting
• Experience with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) principles and automation tools such as Ansible and SaltStack
• Familiar with API‑driven integrations and secrets management in CI/CD workflows
• Understanding of containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and associated secret‑handling patterns

Desired Skills

• Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence
• Experience in cybersecurity engineering roles or working within compliance‑driven environments (STIGs, NIST, ISO, etc.)
• Fluent in sarcasm, kindness, and the occasional office banter

Perks and Benefits

• 100% Paid Healthcare
• 10% 401(k) in every paycheck
• 100% Fully Vested