{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0e2bb1fbf03766d1952ac25b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0e2bb1fbf03766d1952ac25b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0e2bb1fbf03766d1952ac25b","title":"Linux Systems Engineer","description":"Job ID: 2410420\nLocation: SPRINGFIELD, VA, US\nDate Posted: 2024-08-09\nCategory: Information Technology\nSubcategory: IT Systems Engineer\nSchedule: Full-time\nShift: Day Job\nTravel: No\nMinimum Clearance Required: None\nClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret\nPotential for Remote Work: No\n\nDescription\nThe Vanguard 2.2.1 contract has an opening for a Linux systems Engineer to support the Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). This program provides transparent security services in support of the Department’s goals of deploying and operating a mature ICAM program. This position falls under the \"Identity Services Support Service-Line” of the contract.\nThe Linux engineer will be responsible for installing and monitoring Unix/Linux open-source operating systems and caters to the client’s needs in this environment. The individual also resolves user issues, addresses change management requests, and identifies potential issues by implementing protective measures. The preferred candidate possesses proven experience designing, implementing, and monitoring Linux infrastructure, maintaining Linux systems, and collaborating with other IT professionals in developing automation strategies and deployment processes.\nThis role is hybrid and will require a minimum of 3 days/week onsite.\nTypical Duties:\nSupport the Operating System configuration and associated file systems, log files, processes, problem determination, problem resolution, software, administration tools, utilities, security, and hardware.\nInstall, configure, and maintain servers in a Linux environment.\nExpert level experience in Linux administration, server virtualization, application/Web server administration Apache/Tomcat/WebLogic, DNS and BIND, oracle directory services, and switches, and network/storage connectivity configuration and troubleshooting.\nMonitor the health of the Linux servers through both automated and manual processes.\nDesign, develop, and implement infrastructure monitoring and reporting tools through scripts such as BASH and PowerShell.\nPerform server hardware maintenance and upgrades.\nCreate test automation frameworks in collaboration with team members or other IT departments.\nDevelop tools to help increase functionality and efficiency of available infrastructure.\nMaintain software repositories and apply software updates.\nMaintain documentation for procedures, configurations, and programs.\nQualifications\nRequired Education & Experience:\nBachelor’s degree and five (5) years or Master's degree and three (3) years of related IT, information security, and/or systems engineering experience, or additional four (4) years in lieu of bachelor’s degree.\nStrong scripting skills in Python, Ruby, Perl, or a related language.\nKnowledge of automation technologies.\nExcellent communication and documentation skills.\nExperience with Linux servers in virtualized environments.\nStrong knowledge of Linux scripting languages.\nExperience installing, configuring, and management of services such as Bind, Apache, etc.\nManagement, deployment, and troubleshooting of Java and Tomcat applications.\nSolid understanding of configuration management tools, such as Puppet and Chef.\nExperience and/or familiarity with the following network protection devices: Firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), log analysis, malware analysis, network traffic flow, and packet analysis.\nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.\nKnowledge of databases such as MS SQL, Oracle, or DB2.\nRequired Clearance:\nUS Citizenship.\nAbility to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.\nMust be able to obtain an interim Top Secret prior to starting work.\nDesired Skills:\nBackground in systems engineering, requirements analysis and synthesis.\nOperational security & incident response experience with tools such as IDS, Antivirus, Vulnerability Scanners, SIEM.\nRelevant security certifications .\nFamiliarity with ICAM related technologies (CyberArk, SailPoint, Okta, PKI, Directories, Security hardware, etc..) and enterprise security practices.\nExcellent oral and written communication skills.\nExcellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.\n\nSAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.\n\nCovid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.","company":"SAI","rawCompany":"sai","city":"Fairfax","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:37:21.312Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Linux Systems Engineer","description":"Job ID: 2410420\nLocation: SPRINGFIELD, VA, US\nDate Posted: 2024-08-09\nCategory: Information Technology\nSubcategory: IT Systems Engineer\nSchedule: Full-time\nShift: Day Job\nTravel: No\nMinimum Clearance Required: None\nClearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret\nPotential for Remote Work: No\n\nDescription\nThe Vanguard 2.2.1 contract has an opening for a Linux systems Engineer to support the Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Diplomatic Technology (DT). This program provides transparent security services in support of the Department’s goals of deploying and operating a mature ICAM program. This position falls under the \"Identity Services Support Service-Line” of the contract.\nThe Linux engineer will be responsible for installing and monitoring Unix/Linux open-source operating systems and caters to the client’s needs in this environment. The individual also resolves user issues, addresses change management requests, and identifies potential issues by implementing protective measures. The preferred candidate possesses proven experience designing, implementing, and monitoring Linux infrastructure, maintaining Linux systems, and collaborating with other IT professionals in developing automation strategies and deployment processes.\nThis role is hybrid and will require a minimum of 3 days/week onsite.\nTypical Duties:\nSupport the Operating System configuration and associated file systems, log files, processes, problem determination, problem resolution, software, administration tools, utilities, security, and hardware.\nInstall, configure, and maintain servers in a Linux environment.\nExpert level experience in Linux administration, server virtualization, application/Web server administration Apache/Tomcat/WebLogic, DNS and BIND, oracle directory services, and switches, and network/storage connectivity configuration and troubleshooting.\nMonitor the health of the Linux servers through both automated and manual processes.\nDesign, develop, and implement infrastructure monitoring and reporting tools through scripts such as BASH and PowerShell.\nPerform server hardware maintenance and upgrades.\nCreate test automation frameworks in collaboration with team members or other IT departments.\nDevelop tools to help increase functionality and efficiency of available infrastructure.\nMaintain software repositories and apply software updates.\nMaintain documentation for procedures, configurations, and programs.\nQualifications\nRequired Education & Experience:\nBachelor’s degree and five (5) years or Master's degree and three (3) years of related IT, information security, and/or systems engineering experience, or additional four (4) years in lieu of bachelor’s degree.\nStrong scripting skills in Python, Ruby, Perl, or a related language.\nKnowledge of automation technologies.\nExcellent communication and documentation skills.\nExperience with Linux servers in virtualized environments.\nStrong knowledge of Linux scripting languages.\nExperience installing, configuring, and management of services such as Bind, Apache, etc.\nManagement, deployment, and troubleshooting of Java and Tomcat applications.\nSolid understanding of configuration management tools, such as Puppet and Chef.\nExperience and/or familiarity with the following network protection devices: Firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), log analysis, malware analysis, network traffic flow, and packet analysis.\nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.\nKnowledge of databases such as MS SQL, Oracle, or DB2.\nRequired Clearance:\nUS Citizenship.\nAbility to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.\nMust be able to obtain an interim Top Secret prior to starting work.\nDesired Skills:\nBackground in systems engineering, requirements analysis and synthesis.\nOperational security & incident response experience with tools such as IDS, Antivirus, Vulnerability Scanners, SIEM.\nRelevant security certifications .\nFamiliarity with ICAM related technologies (CyberArk, SailPoint, Okta, PKI, Directories, Security hardware, etc..) and enterprise security practices.\nExcellent oral and written communication skills.\nExcellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.\n\nSAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.\n\nCovid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. 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