Systems Engineer TECHEAD

Techead; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TECHEAD is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to lead end-to-end administration and optimization of OpenShift infrastructure for U.S. Government projects. The role emphasizes high availability, automation, and secure cluster operations on on-site OpenShift clusters.

You will configure security controls, perform regular updates, and document procedures while supporting a fast-paced agile environment with autonomy.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Linux systems administration experience and 3+ years in OpenShift environments.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Active DoD IAT Level II certification required (one of: Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Proficiency with scripting for automation (Bash, Python, Ansible).
• Strong administration of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).

Responsibilities

• Administer on-prem OpenShift clusters with focus on security and high availability.
• Monitor cluster health, node performance, and workload availability; troubleshoot failures.
• Diagnose complex infrastructure and cluster issues using logs and diagnostics.
• Implement DISA STIGs, security policies, and RBAC for clusters.
• Perform platform updates, patches, and backups to ensure resilience.
• Develop automation scripts and maintain SOPs and docs.

Skills

Linux systems administration

OpenShift administration

Scripting (Bash, Python, Ansible)

Security clearance

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Education

DoD IAT Level II certification

Security+ CE / CySA+ / CCNA-Security / GICSP / GSEC / SSCP

Tools

Bash

Python

Ansible

Red Hat OpenShift

Job description

Always Connecting, Always Evolving.

TECHEAD is seeking qualified applicants for the following Contract-To-Hire position - Systems Engineer / San Diego CA - (JOB-22780). If you are looking for a new opportunity and this position looks to be a fit, please apply to see the TECHEAD difference that has made us successful for 30+ years!

You can find more about our team and values by checking us out at TECHEAD.comor onGlassdoor

Job Details:

Title: Systems Engineer
Location: San Diego, CA
Compensation: $150,000 - $160,000 /per Year
Work Type: Contract-To-Hire
Work Location: On-Site

Job Description:

In this role, you will lead the end-to-end administration and architectural optimization of our OpenShift infrastructure while supporting an agile team delivering custom applications for the U.S. Government. The position exercises significant autonomy to ensure high-availability enterprise services, automate cluster operations, configure security policies, and maintain stable containerized environments across mission-critical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end administration, scaling, and architectural optimization of on-premises Red Hat OpenShift clusters to maintain secure, high-availability infrastructure.
• Actively monitor cluster health, node performance, and workload availability; diagnose and resolve node failures, application errors, and cluster disruptions.
• Investigate and troubleshoot complex infrastructure and cluster issues using system logs, event viewers, and platform diagnostic utilities.
• Configure cluster security controls, network policies, and role-based user access rules; implement and validate Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) STIG requirements.
• Execute routine platform updates, software patches, and comprehensive system backups to preserve cluster resilience and business continuity.
• Develop automation and scripting routines to streamline operational workflows while authoring standard operating procedures and technical documentation.

Must Have Qualifications

• 7+ years of dedicated Linux systems administration experience, alongside 3+ years of proven hands-on experience deploying and managing enterprise Red Hat OpenShift environments.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• Active DoD IAT Level II certification required (one of the following: Security+ CE, CySA+, CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, or SSCP).
• Demonstrated proficiency using scripting tools such as Bash, Python, or Ansible for systems automation.
• Strong background administering enterprise Linux distributions (specifically Red Hat Enterprise Linux / RHEL).

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience deploying and managing SUSE Rancher environments.
• Deep understanding of core Kubernetes fundamentals, networking, and storage primitives.
• Direct experience applying and maintaining Security Technical Implementation Guides (DISA STIGs) within containerized and OS environments.

TECHEAD's mission is to make our on-site associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won't strive for anything less.

TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

For more information on TECHEAD please visit www.techead.com.

No second parties will be accepted.