HPC - System Engineer - Linux, Bash, Python

Erias Ventures•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

Erias Ventures is seeking a System Engineer to provide support for a large-scale Linux system. This role involves the installation of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for compute, network, memory, and storage system components. The System Engineer will also maintain system security integrity, configure network components, and implement operating system enhancements to improve reliability and performance.

Requirements

A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance (within 7 years) is required.
Twenty (20) years experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
Demonstrated experience in planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts is required.
Bachelor degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Suite of Tools
Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python to automate manual processes
Experience performing basic System Administration including installation, configuration, and support of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software in a large-scale Linux environment
Strong Linux systems engineering background (e.g., RHEL, Rocky, CentOS, Ubuntu)
Hands-on experience planning or deploying at least one Delinea product (Secret Server, Privilege Manager, DevOps Secrets Vault, or related tools)
Demonstrated ability to produce clear, accurate documentation for architecture, configuration, and operational processes
Familiar with identity and access management concepts, PAM solutions, least-privilege principles, and secure configuration guidelines
Familiar with integrating Linux systems with authentication and directory services (LDAP, Active Directory, FreeIPA)
Strong problem-solving skills related to enterprise systems, authentication pipelines, and service-level troubleshooting
Experience with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) principles and automation tools such as Ansible and SaltStack
Familiar with API-driven integrations and secrets management in CI/CD workflows
Understanding of containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and associated secret‑handling patterns

Nice To Haves

Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence
Experience in cybersecurity engineering roles or working within compliance-driven environments (STIGs, NIST, ISO, etc.)

Responsibilities

Provide support for a large scale Linux system including installation of COTS/GOTS/FOSS software, day-to-day operations, monitoring, and problem resolution for all of the compute, network, memory, and storage system components.
Maintain the system security integrity.
Configure network components.
Implement operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.

Benefits

Above Market Hourly Pay
11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees
Company subsidized Medical Coverage
100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
100% Company Paid Long Term Disability , Short Term Disability , and Group Life Insurance
Monthly Wellness Reimbursement
Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
Onboarding and Annual Swag
Company Paid Professional Development and Training
Referral bonus of up to $10,000 for each successful hire