Linux Systems Engineer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology is seeking a Linux Systems Engineer in Chantilly, VA to design and maintain complex Linux infrastructure for mission systems. The role focuses on architecture, security hardening, and hybrid-cloud deployments in a customer environment.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of related experience, a TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance, and hands-on expertise with Red Hat Linux, VMware, and system security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 8+ years of related experience
• Strong experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux; experience with NFS, AD/LDAP integration, Web Servers, certificates, LVM, VMware, Linux security hardening, Red Hat Satellite Server, Cloud/Hybrid-Cloud deployments, configuring storage over Fiber Channel
• TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Works independently under limited supervision, DoD IAT II Level certification
• Preferred: Ansible, kickstart deployments, Big Data, containerization, Terraform, Splunk, AWS/Azure, and/or HPE storage solutions

Responsibilities

• Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems
• Coordinates system development including design, modeling, security, integration, and testing
• Contributes to major engineering programs and projects
• Develops solutions to highly complex engineering problems
• Oversees complex infrastructure including installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining OS, apps, and system tools
• Performs continual maintenance and provides solutions for security, backup, and redundancy
• Prepares and maintains documentation for engineering processes and procedures

Skills

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

NFS

AD/LDAP integration

Web Servers

LVM

VMware

Linux security hardening

Red Hat Satellite Server

Cloud and Hybrid-Cloud

Fiber Channel storage configuration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS

Tools

Ansible

kickstart deployments

Big Data solutions

containerization

Terraform

Splunk

AWS/Azure

HPE storage solutions

Job description

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Linux Systems Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in systems engineering, you’ll make the integration of mission platforms your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Linux Systems Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Linux Systems Engineer joining our team to provide timely solutions for our mission infrastructure.

HOW A LINUX SYSTEMS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems
• Coordinates system development to include design, modeling, security, integration, and formal testing
• Contributes to completion of major engineering programs and projects
• Develops solutions to a variety of highly complex engineering problems
• Oversees highly complex infrastructure including installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining operating systems, application software, and system management tools
• Performs continual maintenance and provides highly complex solutions for security, backup, and redundancy problems
• Prepares and maintains documentation for processes and procedures related to engineering projects

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related analytical, scientific, or technical discipline
• Required Experience: 8+ years of related experience
• Required Technical Skills: Strong experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux; experience with NFS, AD/LDAP integration, Web Servers, certificates, LVM, VMware, Linux security hardening, Red Hat Satellite Server, Cloud and/or Hybrid-Cloud deployments, configuring storage over Fiber Channel
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Required Skills and Abilities: Works independently under limited supervision, possess current DoW IAT II Level certification
• Preferred Skills: Experience with Ansible, kickstart deployments, Big Data solutions, containerization, Terraform, Splunk, AWS/Azure, and/or HPE storage solutions
• Location: On Customer Site
• US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.