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This is an opportunity to work in a large-scale enterprise environment supporting infrastructure that underpins some of the most technically challenging and important missions.The role offers exposure to both traditional enterprise platforms and modern cloud-native technologies, making it ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex infrastructure problems while continuing to develop their technical skillset.ResponsibilitesAdministering and supporting enterprise Linux environmentsMaintaining infrastructure across physical, virtual and cloud-based platformsManaging operating system upgrades, patching and security remediationMonitoring system performance, availability and capacityTroubleshooting hardware, operating system and network-related issuesSupporting application deployments and infrastructure enhancementsBuilding, testing and validating new server environmentsWorking closely with engineering teams to improve automation, reliability and scalabilityWhat We're Looking ForStrong Linux administration experience (RHEL, CentOS, Rocky Linux or similar)Experience supporting enterprise-scale infrastructure environmentsScripting and automation skills using Bash, Python or similarUnderstanding of networking fundamentals including switching, subnets and VLANsExperience working with virtualized environmentsKnowledge of system security, hardening and vulnerability remediationStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilitiesSecurity+ or CISSP certificationDesirable ExperienceKubernetes, Docker or containerized environmentsCloud platforms and cloud-native architecturesPuppet, GitLab or other configuration management toolsGPFS / IBM ESSDirectory services administrationEnterprise storage technologies including SAN and Fibre ChannelClearance RequirementApplicants must hold an active TS clearance with SCI eligibility.KeywordsLinux Administrator, Linux Systems Administrator, Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Red Hat, RHEL, CentOS, Rocky Linux, Kubernetes, Docker, Cloud Engineer, DevOps, Puppet, GitLab, Python, Bash, VMware, Storage, SAN, Fibre Channel, TS Clearance, TS/SCI Eligible, Intelligence Community, Defense, Government Contracting.","company":"Elevate Technology Group","rawCompany":"elevate technology group","city":"Fairfax","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-05T11:58:22.673Z","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":"518210","title":"Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services","slug":"computing-infrastructure-providers-data-processing-web-hosting-and-related-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Linux Engineer","description":"Role: Linux EngineerLocation: Fairfax, VASalary: $130,000 - $220,000 + Benefits (Total Compensation up to $330,000)Clearance: Active TS clearanceBenefits25% Employer-funded 401(k) contributionBenefits Account worth 25% of base salary (take as benefits or additional compensation)8 Weeks PTO (option to increase)Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceLife Insurance100% tuition reimbursement (Degrees, Certifications & Professional Development)Flexible working hoursThe OpportunityWe are looking for a Linux Engineer to join a specialist technology organization supporting mission-critical systems across the US Intelligence and National Security community.As demand across several long-standing programs continues to grow, they are looking to add a Linux Engineer to their Fairfax, VA team. 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