Senior Linux Systems Engineer – TS/SCI | Automation & Cloud

Lentech Inc.; Laurel (MS); Hybrid; USD 159,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

ESOP

Continuing education

Time off benefits

Family support

Job summary

Lentech, Inc. seeks a senior Linux Systems Administrator to design architectures, implement solutions, and lead a small Linux team in a hybrid cloud setting. You will maintain Linux instances, automate tasks with Bash, Python, Puppet, and Ansible, and collaborate across diverse teams.

The role requires active TS.SCI w/FSP, 10+ years as a SA, and DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certifications (SEC+, CCNA). Strong troubleshooting, mentoring, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active and current TS.SCI w FSP through MD.
• Ten (10) years experience as a SA in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
• Certifications: DoD 8570.01-M with IAT Level II (SEC+, CCNA).
• Strong Linux administration experience including configuring, patching, monitoring, troubleshooting, etc.
• Experience with Bash, Python, Puppet, and/or Ansible automation scripts.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and communicate issues clearly.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design architecture and develop solutions to meet organizational needs.
• Join a small, talented Linux team in a hybrid cloud environment and help automate processes.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and optimize Linux instances across networks and architectures.
• Leverage Bash, Python, Puppet, and Ansible to automate tasks and reduce manual work.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor junior staff to share knowledge.

Skills

Linux administration

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Puppet/Ansible

Team mentorship

Communication

Self-motivation

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

AWS

EC2 Auto Scaling

Job description

Lentech, Inc. seeks a senior Linux Systems Administrator to design architectures, implement solutions, and lead a small Linux team in a hybrid cloud setting. You will maintain Linux instances, automate tasks with Bash, Python, Puppet, and Ansible, and collaborate across diverse teams.

The role requires active TS.SCI w/FSP, 10+ years as a SA, and DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certifications (SEC+, CCNA). Strong troubleshooting, mentoring, and communication skills are essential.