Senior Linux Engineer

MAXISIQ, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MAXISIQ, Inc. seeks a Senior Linux Engineer to design and implement a secure Linux and network infrastructure for government missions in Reston, VA. The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidiscipline team and clear communication with government personnel.

You will present technical designs and briefings, applying expertise across Linux, Cisco, and scripting to deliver actionable solutions while maintaining high security standards.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance is required.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of Linux virtual networking (bridges, bonds, veths, socat, namespaces).
• Knowledge of Linux scripting (Ansible, Puppet, BASH or Python).
• Knowledge of Cisco Switches (VLANs, vPC, port-channels).
• Knowledge of Cisco Routers (basic routing; EIGRP/IPSEC preferred).
• Knowledge of NFS and NetApp file servers.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams; capable of presenting briefings.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement an integrated Linux and network infrastructure to support the mission.
• Convey designs, ideas, and results to non-technical audiences; provide briefings to government personnel.

Skills

Linux networking

Scripting (BASH/Python)

Cisco networking

Cisco routing (EIGRP/IPSEC)

NFS/NetApp

Briefings

Communication

Travel readiness

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Bash

Python

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

At MAXISIQ, curious minds tackle real-world challenges that matter. Teams develop, test, and secure advanced technology powering today's and tomorrow's missions. We experiment with the latest tools, prototype new solutions, and see projects go from concept to action. You will apply technical expertise to projects requiring rapid prototyping, secure integration, and the development of actionable solutions for clients who depend on leading-edge capabilities. Creative problem-solving is encouraged, and growth happens through hands-on work across software, hardware, and network security. If you want to make an impact, solve complex technical puzzles, and help defend critical systems, this is a place where your skills matter and your ideas shape the future of technology.

Job Description

MAXISIQ has an immediate opening for a Senior Linux Engineer with expertise in network design, architectures, and operations to work as part of a collaborative, multidiscipline team in support of the US Government providing expertise in the field of network engineering.

What you will be doing:

• Designing and implementing an integrated Linux and network infrastructure to support unique mission.
• Conveying technical designs, ideas and results to non-technical audiences and providing briefings to government personnel.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess an active Top Secret clearance. An active Full Scope Polygraph (FSP) is strongly preferred.
• Ten (10) years of related experience.
• Must have knowledge of Linux virtual networking: bridges, bonds, veths, socat, network namespaces.
• Must have knowledge of Linux scripting: Ansible, Puppet, BASH or python.
• Must have knowledge of Cisco Switches: VLANs, vPC, port-channels.
• Must have knowledge of Cisco Routers: basic routing, preferred knowledge of EIGRP and IPSEC
• Knowledge of NFS and NetApp file servers
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent analysis and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently as well as within small and large groups
• Capable of preparing and presenting briefings
• Experience with Microsoft Office product line, including Microsoft Access
• Travel may apply (up to 10%); subject to needs of the business

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.

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At MAXISIQ, inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employmentincluding Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.