Linux Systems Engineer

Invictus International Consulting, LLC • Alexandria, VA

1d • Remote

About The Position

Responsible for the management, maintenance, and security of a large-scale, enterprise-level infrastructure. Utilize BMC True Sight Server Automation (TSSA) to troubleshoot automated scripts and jobs to ensure system compliance, and report on security configurations against government baselines (e.g., DISA STIGs). Identify potential issues and proactively investigates and remediates problems. Administer, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers in both virtual and physical environments. Manage the VMware vSphere infrastructure, including the deployment, and troubleshooting of virtual machines and hosts. Develop, maintain, and execute Ansible playbooks to automate system configurations, application deployments, and other repetitive administrative tasks. Implement and maintain robust security controls, conduct vulnerability remediation, and ensure all systems are compliant with federal security standards. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues, and perform root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in a technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Linux System Engineer with deep knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) in an enterprise setting.
• Strong proficiency in VMware vSphere (ESXi/vCenter) for managing and troubleshooting virtualized server environments.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like REST API's, OpenShift, Docker or Kubernetes, and their integration into enterprise workflows.
• Demonstrated experience writing and maintaining complex Ansible playbooks for configuration management and infrastructure automation.
• Proven experience with DISA STIG system hardening, security patching, and ensuring compliance.
• High proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash and Python to automate administrative tasks and streamline operations.
• Must possess current Security + certification.
• US Citizenship required.
• Ability to pass a Public Trust background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Direct hands-on experience using BMC True Sight Server Automation for automated patch management and compliance enforcement.
• Red Hat Certified System Engineer (RHCE), Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), or VMware Certified Professional (VCP) preferred.
• Basic understanding of cloud technologies such as AWS and Azure.

Responsibilities

• Manage, maintain, and secure a large-scale, enterprise-level infrastructure.
• Utilize BMC True Sight Server Automation (TSSA) to troubleshoot automated scripts and jobs for system compliance and security configuration reporting.
• Proactively identify, investigate, and remediate potential system issues.
• Administer, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers.
• Manage VMware vSphere infrastructure, including deployment and troubleshooting of virtual machines and hosts.
• Develop, maintain, and execute Ansible playbooks for automation.
• Implement and maintain security controls, conduct vulnerability remediation, and ensure compliance with federal security standards.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot hardware and software issues, and perform root cause analysis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior