Linux Engineer, TS/SCI with Polygraph

General Dynamics • Chantilly, VA

146d • $90,504 - $122,446

About The Position

The Systems Engineer position involves providing engineering and administrative support for maintaining multiple large Enterprise environments. The supporting infrastructure includes multiple Microsoft-based networks spanning various security enclaves within a hybrid (Windows & RHEL) operating environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
• 1+ years of related systems administration experience.
• Must possess an appropriate and current DoD Information Assurance (IA) Certification; either valid CompTIA Security+ CE, Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)-Security.
• CompTIA Security+ CE Certification is preferred.
• Must attain the required DoD 8570 Computing Environment (CE) Training within six (6) months of Hire Date.
• Security Clearance Level: TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.

Nice To Haves

• Integration and experience with Kerberos Authentication concepts and/or Microsoft Active Directory domain joined servers and workstations.
• Strong understanding of DNS, DHCP and LDAP in a Windows or Linux environment.
• Operating system deployment and Configuration Management via Satellite and/or Ansible Automation Platform.
• Application Troubleshooting such as Firefox, Chrome, Java and/or Citrix based virtual applications.
• Understanding of SMB/CIFS and NFS file sharing protocols.
• Linux scripting (Python, Perl, Ruby, Bash).
• Understanding of ServiceNow, NETS or other ticketing systems.
• DoD STIG hardening.
• ITIL v3 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Management of both physical and VDI based Linux workstations and servers.
• Identify, design, and implement solutions using FOSS, COTS or GOTS products to enhance and meet customer requirements within the operating environment.
• Troubleshoot user, workstation and application functionality, performance, and incident resolution for Linux based applications.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve incidents with both short-term workarounds and long-term solutions.
• Provide remote end user support and remotely work with and train geographically dispersed Tier 2 and Tier 3 team members.
• Communicate effectively (in oral and written form) with a variety of individuals and team members in both small and large team environments.
• Willingness to participate in special projects as needed.

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree