Senior Linux & Network Engineer — DoD Cyber Defense

ECS; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Federal LLC seeks a Sr. Linux/Network Engineer to support the Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) in the Sierra Vista, AZ area. You will join a team protecting Army assets, configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs, and deploying secure Linux servers.

The role requires TS clearance, DoD cybersecurity certifications, and 5+ years in network/IT security. Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations may be required; DoD STIGs and VMware/Docker experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum Top-Secret clearance is required.
• DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II certification prior to start date.
• 5+ years support in Network and IT Security.
• CCNA or CCNP preferred.
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
• Security+ or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage Routers, Switches, Firewalls, and VPNs.
• Deploy and maintain virtual Linux servers on secure and unsecure networks.
• Perform routine maintenance and updates on servers for performance and security.
• Troubleshoot performance issues on 3rd party Linux applications.
• Provide documentation such as STIG Checklists, CRQs/RFCs, and diagrams.
• Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations may be required.

Skills

Top-Secret clearance

DoD 8140/8570 IAT II

5+ years Network/IT Security

CCNA or CCNP

RHCSA

Security+ or equivalent

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in computer science related field or 6 years’ experience

Tools

VMware NSX-T Data Center

Docker

Ansible

Red Hat Satellite

Linux STIGs

Job description

ECS Federal LLC seeks a Sr. Linux/Network Engineer to support the Army Endpoint Security Solution (AESS) in the Sierra Vista, AZ area. You will join a team protecting Army assets, configuring routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs, and deploying secure Linux servers.

The role requires TS clearance, DoD cybersecurity certifications, and 5+ years in network/IT security. Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations may be required; DoD STIGs and VMware/Docker experience are a plus.