Linux Information Assurance Engineer – Critical Systems

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Middletown (RI); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Information Security Engineer - Linux Systems to administer, secure, troubleshoot, and optimize Linux-based systems in complex environments. The role requires hands-on Linux expertise, strong networking knowledge, and experience with shell scripting or Python.

The candidate will support secure infrastructures and mission-critical platforms in a federal contractor setting. Responsibilities include configuring Linux servers, managing services and access controls,

Formación

• Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of related work experience.
• US Navy and submarine system experience highly desired.
• Red Hat/Linux certifications desired.
• Strong networking skills desired.

Responsabilidades

• Install, configure, secure, and maintain Linux operating systems in enterprise and mission-critical environments.
• Administer Linux servers, services, user accounts, file systems, patches, and access controls.
• Monitor system performance and availability, analyze logs, and troubleshoot complex operational issues.
• Serve as a primary technical resource for network troubleshooting across Linux hosts and connected infrastructure.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network services and protocols, including TCP IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, and interface bonding.
• Analyze packet flow, connectivity, latency, and service communication issues across local and remote systems.
• Support network integration and interoperability of Linux systems with mission platforms, enclaves, and external interfaces.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance system capabilities using shell scripting and or Python.
• Implement system hardening, patching, and vulnerability remediation in accordance with security requirements.
• Support backup, recovery, continuity, and system restoration procedures.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, network engineering, software, and systems engineering teams to maintain reliable operations.
• Maintain technical documentation, network diagrams, system procedures, and configuration baselines.
• Support lab, test, deployment, and operational environments as required.
• Provide support for specialized defense systems

Conocimientos

Linux administration

Networking

Shell scripting

Python

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Red Hat/Linux certifications

Descripción del empleo

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an Information Security Engineer - Linux Systems to administer, secure, troubleshoot, and optimize Linux-based systems in complex environments. The role requires hands-on Linux expertise, strong networking knowledge, and experience with shell scripting or Python.

The candidate will support secure infrastructures and mission-critical platforms in a federal contractor setting. Responsibilities include configuring Linux servers, managing services and access controls,