Senior Linux Systems Engineer — Remote

Imagineeer, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Imagineeer, LLC, located in Arlington, VA, is looking for a Systems Engineer with strong Linux expertise to manage server environments. The role involves administering Amazon Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems, building custom images, and ensuring their performance, security, and compliance with federal standards.

Candidates should have extensive experience in Linux system administration and scripting skills. This position supports crucial federal operations, and U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience as a Systems Engineer or Linux Administrator.
• Strong hands-on experience with Amazon Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Experience with system patching, hardening, and compliance (STIGs, NIST, FISMA).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and support ACF Linux server environments.
• Build, configure, and maintain custom Linux images for standardized deployment.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues for high availability.
• Automate system administration tasks using scripting tools.

Skills

Linux expertise

Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Ansible)

System patching and hardening

Troubleshooting server issues

Tools

Amazon Linux

Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

Job description

Imagineeer, LLC, located in Arlington, VA, is looking for a Systems Engineer with strong Linux expertise to manage server environments. The role involves administering Amazon Linux and Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems, building custom images, and ensuring their performance, security, and compliance with federal standards.

Candidates should have extensive experience in Linux system administration and scripting skills. This position supports crucial federal operations, and U.S. citizenship is required.