Linux Systems Engineer — Mission-Centric Security

Leidos; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Flexible schedules

Education and training support

Parental leave

Job summary

Leidos is looking for a Systems Engineer in Maryland to support the full system engineering lifecycle. Candidates should have a technical degree with relevant experience and strong skills in Systems Administration and Linux. Responsibilities include system documentation, installation of Linux systems, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. An active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required. Competitive benefits include paid time off and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience, or 4 years with a Master's, 2 years with a PhD, or 10 years without a degree.
• Strong Systems Administration (SA) experience.
• Experience with authentication/authorization (FreeIPA/Active Directory).
• Experience with STE/STN environments.
• Experience installing and maintaining GOTS software.
• Clearance Required: Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the system engineering lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Install, configure, and manage Linux-based systems.
• Support and maintain GOTS software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Systems Administration (SA)

Linux experience

Testing and troubleshooting skills

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Master’s degree in a technical field

PhD in a technical field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

SALT

Job description

Leidos is looking for a Systems Engineer in Maryland to support the full system engineering lifecycle. Candidates should have a technical degree with relevant experience and strong skills in Systems Administration and Linux. Responsibilities include system documentation, installation of Linux systems, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. An active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required. Competitive benefits include paid time off and flexible schedules.