Principal Linux Engineer

Leidos • SD

119d • $148,850 - $269,075

About The Position

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Principal Linux Engineer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security. This is a unique opportunity to support a complex, mission-critical program for the Warfighter, implementing cutting-edge technologies with lasting impact. If you're a proactive self-starter with deep systems engineering experience and strong Linux administration skills, we want you on our team.

Requirements

• Masters degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Twenty (20) or more years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Linux, Windows, and virtualization
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence), Agile methodologies, MS Project, and Visio
• Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph clearance

Responsibilities

• Derive functional, system, and performance requirements
• Develop systems engineering artifacts (CONOPs, architecture diagrams, etc.)
• Lead backlog grooming and feature scheduling
• Write and review technical documentation
• Serve as team lead and produce status reports
• Participate in Integrated Product Teams to design new capabilities
• Support DoD and Government Certification/Accreditation processes
• Configure and manage UNIX/Linux and Windows operating systems
• Install/load software, troubleshoot issues, and implement system enhancements
• Maintain network integrity and optimize system performance
• Provide IT support for client/server/storage/network devices and mobile platforms
• Manage accounts, access controls, and security procedures
• Support dispatch systems and hardware issues
• Conduct system capacity analysis and planning

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid Holidays
• 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting
• Flexible Schedules
• Discounted Stock Purchase Plans
• Technical Upskilling
• Education and Training Support
• Parental Paid Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees