Systems Engineer - Linux

Leidos; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Flexible schedules

Education and training support

Parental leave

Job summary

Leidos is looking for a Systems Engineer in Maryland to support the full system engineering lifecycle. Candidates should have a technical degree with relevant experience and strong skills in Systems Administration and Linux. Responsibilities include system documentation, installation of Linux systems, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. An active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph is required. Competitive benefits include paid time off and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience, or 4 years with a Master's, 2 years with a PhD, or 10 years without a degree.
• Strong Systems Administration (SA) experience.
• Experience with authentication/authorization (FreeIPA/Active Directory).
• Experience with STE/STN environments.
• Experience installing and maintaining GOTS software.
• Clearance Required: Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the system engineering lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Install, configure, and manage Linux-based systems.
• Support and maintain GOTS software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Systems Administration (SA)

Linux experience

Testing and troubleshooting skills

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Master’s degree in a technical field

PhD in a technical field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

SALT

Job description

Overview

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer in our Intelligence Sector’s, Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our team works in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. We offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, holidays, 401(k) with company match, flexible schedules, stock purchase plans, technical upskilling, education and training support, parental leave, and more. We are seeking a Systems Engineer with experience across the full system engineering lifecycle, from concept through sustainment, who will develop and maintain technical documentation and support Systems Administration (SA) and GOTS products.

The ideal candidate is adaptable, eager to learn, and effective in a small, mission-focused team that regularly collaborates with users, customers, and partner teams.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of the system engineering lifecycle from concept through sustainment
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and drawing packages
• Install, configure, and manage Linux-based systems (RedHat/CentOS/Rocky)
• Support and maintain GOTS software solutions
• Configure and manage STE/STN systems in connected and disconnected environments
• Perform system testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, users, and customers to support mission needs

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s with 4 years, or PhD with 2 years, or no degree with 10 years of relevant experience
• Strong Systems Administration (SA) experience
• Strong Linux experience, including installation, configuration, and management
• Experience with authentication/authorization (FreeIPA/Active Directory)
• Experience with STE/STN environments
• Experience installing and maintaining GOTS software
• Strong testing and troubleshooting skills, including scripting (Bash/Python)
• Clearance Required: Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with shared storage solutions
• Experience with virtualization and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
• Data flow experience
• Familiarity with Ansible or SALT
• Experience with Helm charts, YAML, or DevOps practices

Security and Compliance – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.