Linux Systems Engineer

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc.; Laurel (MD); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 25 days

11 paid holidays

Healthcare 100% employer-paid

401(k) 8% employer match

Job summary

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Linux/Unix System Engineer with TS/SCI w/Polygraph clearance for a full-time role in Laurel, MD.

The position involves managing both physical and virtual server environments, kernel-level tasks, and infrastructure health, with responsibilities spanning RHEL7+ and Windows Server ecosystems, VMware ESXi, AD/Centrify integration, and security tooling installation.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph clearance is REQUIRED.
• Security+ certification required.
• 20 years experience as a system engineer.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline; 5 additional years of experience may substitute for a degree.

Responsibilities

• Strong and deep Linux & Unix System Engineering in physical and virtual server environments, including kernel management, OS installation, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and ensuring operational health of infrastructure.
• Supports RHEL7+ and Windows Server environments with VMware ESXi in a virtual enclave.
• Manages Active Directory with Centrify integration for Linux; creates accounts and assigns groups via Centrify and Dell Active Roles.
• Installs and maintains security tooling such as McAfee and Nessus Agents; conducts Nessus scans per agency tools.

Skills

Security+ Cert

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

5 additional years of system engineer experience substituted for a degree

Job description

Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.

Telework: Up to 16 hours per week, however telework hours will depend on tasking for the sprint

Basic Requirements

• Security+ Cert
• 20 years experience as a system engineer
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
  • 5 additional years of experience as a system engineer may be substituted for a degree

Job Description

• Strong and deep Linux & Unix System Engineering skills in both physical and virtual server environments supporting infrastructure management, including managing kernels; installing and maintaining operating systems, configuring hardware/software utilizing monitoring techniques, troubleshooting, and sustaining the operational health of the infrastructure.
• Supports RHEL7+, Windows 2012+, and VMWare ESXi servers in a virtual enclave environment.
• Supports Active Directory with Centrify integration for Linux systems. Account creation and assigning users to Linux systems via Centrify and DELL Active Roles for assignment of groups.
• Installs McAfee and Nessus Agent software, performing Nessus scanning in accordance with agency approved tools.
• Configures, maintains, and troubleshoots servers. Upgrades memory, swap, and hard disk space for DELL, HP, and custom-built servers.
• Executes storage data migrations from Legacy NetApp equipment to the latest storage solutions.
• Patches systems using Red Hat Satellite server, WSUS Servers. Manages and installs IAVA and CVE patches to maintain ATO compliance; installing software and running hardening scripts to meet STE/STN requirements.

Required Experience

• RedHat Linux & Windows Operating Systems
• VMWare ESXi
• Dells & HP servers
• WSUS
• NetApp

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position