Senior Linux Systems Engineer — DoD Cross-Domain

Phase2 Technology; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 77,600 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Phase2 Technology is seeking a Senior System Administrator to enhance technology for the Department of Defense. With responsibilities like designing and maintaining Cross Domain Solutions, you will play a key role in supporting critical cybersecurity missions.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Red Hat Linux systems and hold a TS/SCI clearance. A collaborative mindset, technical leadership, and a passion for modernizing networks are essential.

Salary ranges from $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 annually based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS.
• Experience with GIT.
• Experience managing virtual machines and VMware ESXi.
• Knowledge of Linux firewalls, Linux RPMs, networking configuration, and DNS.
• TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph.
• Bachelor's degree in a CS or IT field and 5+ years of experience with systems or network administration or 10+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to obtain DoD 8570.1 IAT Level II Compliant Certification within 60 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain Cross Domain Solutions.
• Improve platform security, stability, reliability, and compliance.
• Provide insight into network through monitoring and performance management.
• Identify problem areas and opportunities for improvement in the network.
• Share expertise through leadership and mentoring.

Skills

Red Hat Enterprise Linux or CentOS

GIT

Managing virtual machines and VMware ESXi

Linux firewalls

Networking configuration

DNS

Education

Bachelor's degree in a CS or IT field

Tools

AWS

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Phase2 Technology is seeking a Senior System Administrator to enhance technology for the Department of Defense. With responsibilities like designing and maintaining Cross Domain Solutions, you will play a key role in supporting critical cybersecurity missions.

The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Red Hat Linux systems and hold a TS/SCI clearance. A collaborative mindset, technical leadership, and a passion for modernizing networks are essential.

Salary ranges from $77,600.00 to $176,000.00 annually based on qualifications.