RHEL Systems Engineer (Travelling CONUS/OCONUS)

ITC Federal, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Federal is seeking a RHEL Systems Engineer with heavy travel to support a Global CSfC solution across multiple locations. The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, IAT Level II certification, and extensive Linux server experience.

You will manage RHEL 8+ environments, integrate DNS/NTP/Satellite services, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure secure, compliant operations across CONUS/OCONUS sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or IT-related discipline or equivalent.
• 8+ years in a Systems Engineering or Systems Administration role.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.
• Current IAT Level II cybersecurity certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 8+ years’ hands‑on RHEL server experience (v8+), with DNS/NTP/Satellite support.
• Experience patching, hardening per STIG, and secure Linux deployments.
• Willing to travel 75%–100%, including CONUS/OCONUS locations.

Responsibilities

• Administer RHEL 8.x+ servers hosting enterprise services (DNS, NTP, Satellite, etc.).
• Troubleshoot service integrations (SIEM, Syslogging, PKI, Global DNS).
• Document status reports and support operations with testing.
• Collaborate with Software, Test, Network, and Operations teams for testing/compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, or security issues.
• Plan systems updates, maintenance, and disaster recovery operations.

Skills

Clearance with DoD Secret

IAT Level II cert

RHEL/Linux expertise

Travel-ready (75-100%)

Education

Bachelor’s in CS/Engineering/IT

Tools

DNS (BIND)

NTP (Chrony)

Satellite

Nessus/ACAS

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: RHEL Systems Engineer – Travelling

AGENCY SUPPORTED: GSN/SIPRMOD (CACI), supporting a Global CSfC solution across multiple, geographically dispersed locations

LOCATION: CONUS/OCONUS — including Germany, Korea, and Hawaii (75%–100% Travel)

POSITION TYPE: Full-time; Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Local

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active DoD Secret clearance (minimum) required. Current Active IAT Level II qualifying Cyber Security certification (Security+, CySA+, CISSP, etc.) required, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

ITC Federal is an information technology and consulting company focused on servicing the needs of the Federal Government. ITC’s mission is to apply earned expertise in information technology and information assurance/security to assist this client in achieving its mission. ITC is located in Fairfax, VA and offers outstanding compensation and benefits plan and a challenging and rewarding professional work environment.

Apriva is looking to add an additional dynamic and experienced Systems Engineer to its professional services group supporting GSN/SIPRMOD under CACI. We are looking for an experienced engineer who specializes in RHEL Linux servers and enterprise services within classified networks. This role will be engaged in a multiple-location, geographically dispersed, Global CSfC solution providing innovative solutions and next-generation capabilities for our clients.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer RHEL 8.x and newer servers hosting enterprise services such as DNS (BIND), NTP (Chrony), Satellite, VM backup, DHCP/IPAM, etc.
• Support the troubleshooting of service integrations such as SIEM, Syslogging, PKI, and Global DNS to upstream customers.
• Perform testing and documentation to report systems status and support operations.
• Collaborate on a multi-disciplinary team of Software, Test, Network Engineers, and Operations staff for solution-wide testing and compliance requirements.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or security-related issues.
• Plan and perform systems-level updates, maintenance, and disaster recovery operations.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or an IT-related discipline, or equivalent related technical experience.
• 8+ years of experience in a Systems Engineering or Systems Administration role.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance (minimum).
• Current Active IAT Level II qualifying Cyber Security certification (Security+, CySA+, CISSP, etc.), or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• 8+ years of strong, in-depth experience implementing RHEL Linux server platforms and supporting services such as DNS, DHCP, CA, Satellite, NTP, etc. (RHEL v8 or newer).
• Experience with server/system hardening in compliance with the NSA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG).
• 8+ years of experience implementing, patching, updating, and securing Linux servers within an enterprise environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel 75%–100%, including OCONUS locations such as Germany, Korea, and Hawaii.

DESIRED:

• Current Active professional certifications (Microsoft, Linux, RHEL, AWS, Azure).
• Previous engineering experience with CSfC solutions and Cross-Domain Solutions.
• Working knowledge or experience with systems and security tools such as ACAS (Nessus), BitLocker, hardware & software data protection solutions, IIS, WSUS, SCCM/MECM.
• Knowledge of server automation for deployment, configuration management, and device provisioning.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• This role requires 75%–100% travel, both CONUS and OCONUS (including Germany, Korea, and Hawaii), supporting a geographically dispersed Global CSfC solution.
• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed for long periods of time throughout the day, and must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• For a large percentage of the work week, the environment will be ambient room temperatures, lighting, and traditional office equipment as found in a typical business office environment, along with work in a typical data center environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

ITC Federal is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any application for employment on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, disability, or sex including pregnancy and childbirth or related medical condition or on any other basis prohibited by law. Apriva ISS is an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.