Next Generation Desktop Environment (NGDE) Engineer – TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness

Internal mobility support

Paid education and certifications

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. seeks an NGDE Engineer to design and implement secure Linux-based solutions for government projects. You will work on the Forcepoint Trusted Thin Client and related subsystems, delivering reliable services on site in Sterling, VA or Annapolis Junction, MD.

You will configure, secure, and maintain UNIX/Linux environments, collaborate with teams, and ensure compliance with DoD requirements including TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or 8+ years of relevant IT experience.
• Experience designing, developing, and implementing systems or software solutions.
• DoD vulnerability analysis experience and industry best practices.
• Hands-on with Linux/Unix administration.
• Standing up services/tools within a virtualized Linux environment.
• Gitlab, Docker, or repo mirrors solutions.
• Scripting with Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Familiarity with VMware ESXi and vSphere.
• Understanding virtualization across multiple classifications.
• Familiar with Citrix or VMware VDI architectures.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
• Meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements (e.g. Security+ CE, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Engineer and support UNIX/Linux servers, operating systems, and integrations with enterprise hardware and software across Enterprise
• Plan, test, install, and integrate new or upgraded TTC desktop components, Forcepoint software, and related subsystems
• Conduct system security engineering activities focused on Linux environments
• Install, monitor, and tune Linux server OS and virtual machine software
• Capture and refine client requirements, ensuring they are incorporated into system design, configuration, and implementation
• Provide expert-level technical consultation for system design, including Cross Domain Solutions
• Apply best practices for patch management and vulnerability management within Linux architectures
• Research, analyze, and design improvements for Linux computing systems and virtualized network infrastructure
• Develop, implement, and maintain configuration guides, documentation, and system procedures
• Ensure proper security controls and maintain required network/data separation
• Ensure required services are installed, configured, and maintained on supported OS versions

Skills

Linux/Unix administration

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

Bash scripting

VDI knowledge (Citrix/VMware)

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field

8+ years of IT experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Gitlab

Docker

VMware ESXi

vSphere

Citrix

Job description

Own your career as a NGDE Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to build strong lines of systems engineering and develop your skills using cutting-edge technologies. Your work in engineering at GDIT will have an impact on securing our clients’ missions and ensuring we anticipate the threats of tomorrow.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As an NGDE Engineer supporting Government activities in Sterling, VA or Annapolis Junction, MD, you will be a part of a team charged with designing and implementing Forcepoint's Trusted Thin Client (TTC) which provides users with secure simultaneous access to any number of networks/environments from a single endpoint device, including deploying the Distribution Console, Forcepoint Trusted Thin Client enterprise administration and security hub, maintaining secure connections to each virtualized backend network.

HOW A NGDE ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT:

• Engineer and support UNIX/Linux servers, operating systems, and integrations with enterprise hardware and software across Enterprise
• Plan, test, install, and integrate new or upgraded TTC desktop components, Forcepoint software, and related subsystems
• Conduct system security engineering activities focused on Linux environments
• Install, monitor, and tune Linux server OS and virtual machine software
• Capture and refine client requirements, ensuring they are incorporated into system design, configuration, and implementation
• Provide expert-level technical consultation for system design, including Cross Domain Solutions
• Apply best practices for patch management and vulnerability management within Linux architectures
• Research, analyze, and design improvements for Linux computing systems and virtualized network infrastructure
• Develop, implement, and maintain configuration guides, documentation, and system procedures
• Ensure proper security controls and maintain required network/data separation
• Ensure required services are installed, configured, and maintained on supported OS versions

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field, or 8+ years of relevant IT experience in lieu of a degree
• Experience:
• Engineering experience in designing, developing, and implementing systems or software solutions
• Performing DoD vulnerability analysis and industry best practices
  • Hands-on with Linux/Unix administration
  • Standing up new services/tools within a virtualized Linux environment
  • Gitlab, Docker, or repo mirrors solutions
• Technical Skills:
  • Scripting with Python, PowerShell, or Bash
  • Familiarity with VMware ESXi and vSphere
  • Understanding of virtualization across multiple classifications
  • Familiar with Citrix or VMware VDI architectures
• Security Clearance Level:
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• Certifications Required:
  • Meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements (e.g. Security+ CE, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP,CySA+, etc.)
• Location: On Site

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you build your skills and own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and 10 company-paid holidays