Linux & Cyber Tools Engineer — Tier 2 Security Admin

VulnU; Beltsville (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days PTO

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Linux & cyber tools administrator to join the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program in Beltsville, MD. You will provide Linux and cyber tools administration and Tier 2 support across global systems, while maintaining Ansible playbooks and Satellite-based patching.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years' experience (3 years with a Master’s), plus security clearance eligibility. Strong scripting and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of experience; 3 years with a Master’s degree.
• Hands-on administers Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7, 8, 9.
• Experience writing and modifying Ansible playbooks for automated deployment.
• Experience with Red Hat Satellite for distributed RHEL patching at scale.
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs and system hardening practices.
• Experience with SCAP tools for scanning and compliance validation.

Responsibilities

• Provide Linux and cyber tools administration and Tier 2 support globally.
• Maintain Ansible playbooks for rapid deployment of updated containers.
• Maintain and leverage Satellite server for distributed RHEL patching.
• Develop and maintain process documentation regarding Linux administration and patching.

Skills

RHEL administration

Ansible

Red Hat Satellite

Bash scripting

DISA STIGs

SCAP tools

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Ansible

Red Hat Satellite

SCAP tools

Job description

Peraton is seeking a Linux & cyber tools administrator to join the Diplomatic Security Cyber Mission (DSCM) program in Beltsville, MD. You will provide Linux and cyber tools administration and Tier 2 support across global systems, while maintaining Ansible playbooks and Satellite-based patching.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years' experience (3 years with a Master’s), plus security clearance eligibility. Strong scripting and documentation skills are essential.