Senior Systems Engineer (Linux/OpenShift)

General Dynamics Information Technology; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology company as a Senior Systems Engineer (Linux/OpenShift) where you'll craft innovative solutions for clients while prioritizing their experience. This role requires expertise in deploying and managing OpenShift in secure environments, supporting national security operations in Springfield, VA. Be part of a dynamic team committed to your professional growth with comprehensive benefits and cutting-edge technology.

Benefits

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Paid education and certifications

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years in deploying OpenShift in on-prem environments.
• 10+ years of related experience preferred.
• Must have Security+ certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of OpenShift clusters.
• Monitor and troubleshoot system issues for end users.
• Apply security updates as per DoD regulations.

Skills

OpenShift Deployment

Linux Administration

Container Orchestration

Kubernetes Networking

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree

RHEL Certification

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

Netapp Storage Management

Cisco Networking

ESXi VM Management

Job description

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Senior Systems Engineer (Linux/Open/shift) at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Senior Systems Engineer (Linux/Open/shift) you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on TS/SCI cleared Senior Systems Engineer (Linux/Open/shift) joining our team to support our intelligence customer in Springfield, VA.

HOW A SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER (LINUX/OPENSHIFT) WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Performs installation, securing, monitoring, testing, configuration, migration, maintenance and troubleshooting of OpenShift Cluster.

• Architecting OpenShift as needed to meet application requirements (compute, storage, networking, and operations)

• Performing OpenShift cluster upgrades and security patches as needed

• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration

• Experience with container orchestration and administration

• Experience with Kubernetes networking & troubleshooting (DNS, load balancers, service IPs, node ports, etc.)

• Develops computer systems specifications that fit with the government's system architecture standards. Establishes and documents system parameters and formats, ensures hardware and software systems compatibility and coordinates and/or modifies system parameters in terms of existing and projected computer capacity and capabilities.

• Revises existing systems and procedures to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data handling, conversion, input/output requirements, and storage.

• Responsible for installation and maintenance of storage, networking, and server hardware.

• Ensures availability of development systems to end users through continuous system monitoring and issue remediation.

• Applies required security updates and implementations mandated by DoD cyber security regulations.

• Oversee the efforts of less senior staff and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Experience deploying OpenShift in an on-premise environment – 5+

Experience with GitLab CI/CD Platform

Experience with DevSecOps implementations on OpenShift

Requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience – 10+ years of related experience

Requires RHEL – Linux administration experience – 5+ year or more experience

Preference to administrators experienced in Netapp storage management

Preference to administrators experienced with Cisco switch and networking management

Preference to administrators experienced with ESXI VM management

Preference to administrators experienced with RHEL certification

Must have Security+ certification or DoD 8570 Level II equivalent within 90 days of hire

TS/SCI Clearance required and eligibility to obtain CI Poly

RHEL, Windows, and/or Storage administration

Experience working with trouble reporting and tracking systems such as Service+

Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

Location: On Customer Site (Springfield, VA)

US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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