Linux Engineer - Lead (SE2) (Government)

AT&T; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Linux Engineer to join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing public sector solutions. This role offers the opportunity to design and develop innovative solutions while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in Linux administration and AWS, with a passion for automation and problem-solving. You'll be part of a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact mission-critical operations. With a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive and forward-thinking organization.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Benefits

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Employee discounts on AT&T services

Qualifications

• 14 years of experience in similar programs and contracts is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in related fields is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop solutions for Linux systems in a hybrid cloud environment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Linux instances across various networks.

Skills

AWS API and cloud automation

Linux administration

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Configuration management

Troubleshooting Linux servers

Security hardening of Linux OS

User account administration

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Science

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Management

Tools

AWS EC2

Puppet

Ansible

aws-cli

boto3

Job description

Job Description:

AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

Intelink Services provide interagency information sharing, content discovery, and collaboration capabilities on the IC system domains to the IC and its partners in Defense, Homeland Security, Foreign Affairs, and Law Enforcement.

AT&T has an opening for a Linux Engineer to support Public Sector Solutions.

Description of Job Duties/Responsibilities: Work in an environment where you can design the architecture and develop solutions to meet the organization’s needs while enhancing your skillset and advancing your career. Looking for an innovative, and motivated individual to join a small, talented, and hardworking Linux team in a hybrid cloud and on premise-based environment. This team creates, maintains, and troubleshoots Linux instances on multiple networks, in multiple architectures.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on Linux administration experience, knowledge of AWS Cloud technologies, works well in a small team setting, has a desire to automate processes where possible, and a willingness to think outside the box to find solutions.

Required skills:

• Experience with AWS API and cloud automation.
• Experience with configuration management and maintaining standard baselines in a production environment.
• Experience with scripting and task automation with Bash and Python scripts.
• Provide Linux virtual and physical server support to include:
• AWS AMI creation/configuration.
• Kickstart installation/configuration.
• Software installation/updates/patches via Yum.
• Monitor servers for health and status.
• Troubleshoot Linux server hardware/software/networking.
• Perform security hardening of Linux OS for compliance.
• User account administration.
• Proficient with services such as DNS, NFS, LVM, rsyslog, iptables.
• Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies.
• Ability to communicate issues with team members and/or service owners.

Work to be performed in: Laurel, MD.

Desired skills:

• Experience with AWS EC2 Auto Scaling.
• Experience with aws-cli and boto3.
• Experience with Puppet and Ansible.

Required Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph.

Required Qualifications: Fourteen (14) years experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Certifications: Compliance with DoD 8570.01-M with a minimum certification of IAM Level II (CASP, CISSP, CAP).

Ready to join our team? Apply today!

Our Linux Engineer - Lead (SE2) (Government) earns between $108,000 - $195,200 yearly. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected · Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours: 40

Time Type: Regular

Location: Columbia, Maryland

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.