Senior Linux Engineer

HRUCKUS; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A veteran-owned consulting firm is seeking a Senior Linux Engineer to ensure operational readiness and cybersecurity at a government facility in Colorado Springs, CO. This role involves managing Linux servers, implementing security measures, and collaborating with security analysts. Ideal candidates will have over 14 years of IT experience, with proven skills in Linux management, security protocols, and must possess a DoD Secret Clearance. This position offers a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $160,000 per year and various benefits.

Qualifications

• 14+ years general work experience, with at least 6 years in Linux server management.
• Experience in system hardening and security best practices for Linux.
• Able to support after-hours maintenance as needed.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain Linux servers in various environments.
• Implement security hardening according to guidelines.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Develop and maintain security documentation.
• Collaborate with teams on security incidents.

Skills

Linux server management

System hardening

Configuration management (Ansible, Puppet)

Virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM)

Scripting (Bash, Python)

Education

DoD Secret Security Clearance

IAT Level II Certification (Security+ CE)

Linux certification (RHCSA, RHCE, LPIC)

Tools

ArcSight

Elastic

ACAS

Trellix EPP

Job description

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Veteran Firm Seeking a Senior Linux Engineer for an Onsite Assignment in Colorado Springs, CO.

My name is Stephen Hrutka. I lead a Veteran-owned consulting firm in Washington, DC, focused on strategic sourcing, supply chain management, and IT Staffing.

One of our newest clients is looking to fill a Senior Linux Engineer role in Schriever AFB, Colorado Springs, CO.

The ideal candidate is a Colorado Springs Resident who holds a DoD Secret Security Clearance, has over 14 years of IT experience, including 6+ years of direct experience in Linux server management. The candidate should also hold current Security+ CE and Linux certifications.

If you’re interested, I’ll gladly provide more details about the role and further discuss your qualifications.

Thanks,

www.hruckus.com

Executive Summary: HRUCKUS is seeking a Senior Linux Engineer to join our client’s team in Colorado Springs, CO to support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA). This role is central to sustaining mission‑critical cybersecurity infrastructure in a dynamic Department of Defense (DoD) environment. You will ensure operational readiness, security, and performance of cybersecurity tools, platforms, and applications while strengthening the agency’s defense against evolving threats.

Position Duties

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (e.g., Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS) within physical and virtualized environments (e.g., VMware, RHV, Azure)
• Implement and manage system security hardening according to DISA STIGs, NIST guidelines, and DoD policies
• Perform system patching, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation in a timely and efficient manner
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize configurations for optimal performance
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and diagrams
• Support the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of a variety of cybersecurity tools, including but not limited to: ArcSight, Elastic, ACAS, Trellix EPP
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to cybersecurity tools, including integration challenges, performance bottlenecks, and configuration errors
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation to streamline security operations tasks and improve efficiency
• Collaborate with security analysts and incident responders to investigate and resolve security incidents
• Participate in security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with DoD regulations and security best practices
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data and systems
• Automate security tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible)
• Work closely with other engineers, analysts, and security professionals to achieve common goals
• Communicate effectively with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers
• Participate in an on‑call rotation for after‑hours support

Required Skills

• Must have 14, or more, years of general (full‑time) work experience
• May be reduced with the completion of an advanced degree
• Must have 6, or more, years of direct experience in Linux server management
• Must have experience with system hardening and security best practices for Linux systems.
• Must have experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet
• Must have experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware, KVM, RHV.
• Must be able to support after‑hours maintenance window work, as needed.
• Must have a current IAT Level II Certification (Security+ CE)
• Must have a current Linux‑based certification (RHCSA, RHCE, LPIC)
• Must be able to maintain a restricted badge and work on‑site 4+ days per week
• Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance

Desired Skills

• Experience with Cyber tools such as ArcSight, Elastic, ACAS, Trellix EPP
• Experience with database administration (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl.
• Familiarity with the MDA and BMDS programs

Details

• Job Title: Sr Linux Engineer
• Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Secret Clearance
• Assignment Type: Full‑time, Onsite
• Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000 per year with benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off, opportunities to make a difference while advancing your career, and many more

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Government Administration and Government Relations Services

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