Linux System Engineer

Insight Global; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits starting day 1

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan after 90 days

Paid sick leave and PTO

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Linux Systems Engineer for an onsite role in Virginia Beach, VA. You will provide technical support for Live, Virtual, and Constructive training events, install software releases, and monitor systems to ensure continuous service.

Strong Linux command line and Red Hat experience are required. Candidates must have the relevant education/experience combination and a current CompTIA Security+ certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 4 years of experience with a Master’s degree; or 0 years with PhD/JD in related field.
• Hands-on experience with Linux command line at an operational level.
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• Familiarity with TCP/IP, UDP, and Wireshark networking concepts.
• Strong practical knowledge of Red Hat Linux operating system.

Responsibilities

• Installs new NTB software releases, upgrades, and patches.
• Provides engineering support for NTB setup and configuration during training events.
• Monitors key simulation components with systems management software and responds to errors.
• Troubleshoots problems and coordinates with other teams when issues occur.
• Develops and maintains technical architecture, configuration, and status documentation.

Skills

Command line Linux

Networking concepts

Red Hat Linux

CompTIA Security+ certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

PhD/JD in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent + 8 years experience

Job description

Insight Global is looking for a Linux Systems Engineer to join one of our clients in Virginia Beach, VA. This person provides technical support of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVCt) training events for distributed simulation applications and utilities. This is an onsite role in Virginia Beach. Additionally, position requires flexibility as duties and responsibilities may be adjusted to meet business, customer, and contractual requirements.

• Installs new NTB software releases, upgrades, and patches.
• Provides engineering related support for NTB setup and configuration during the planning and execution of training events.
• Uses systems management software to monitor key simulation components and interfaces to respond to error conditions and ensure continued service.
• Troubleshoots problems and coordinates with other teams when problems occur.
• Develops and maintains technical architecture, configuration, and status documentation.

Compensation: $45-51/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 6 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field or 4 years relevant experience with Masters in related field or 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years relevant experience.
• Must have hands on experience with command line linux
• A current CompTIA Security + certification is required for the position.
• Familiarity with networking concepts, architectures, and protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP and/or Wireshark.
• Strong practical knowledge and hands-on experience with Red Hat Linux operating system

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of distributed simulation protocols such as High Level Architecture (HLA) and Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS).
• Knowledge of Navy C4I tactical systems such as Link 16 and GCCS.
• Experience working with Navy systems and/or commands.