Linux Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

Responsibilities Assisting in building and implementing new networks and application services to satisfy business need Document and maintain network architecture Contribute to ongoing policies and procedures defined to maintain and improve the network environments Monitor, protect, and tune network traffic using standard logging and management tools Ensure staff equipment (i.e. laptops and workstations) are patched and performant Ensure printers, scanners, and other network infrastructure is accessible to staff Conduct regular compliance audits to ensure network assets are patched and maintained Ensure the availability for applications that require network connectivity Provide expertise in multiple operating systems (Linux/MacOS/Windows/VMWare) Qualifications Required: Must have at least an active Secret clearance Competence on Linux command line (2+ year). Familiarity with basic Linux commands, troubleshooting tools, and network administration configurations Experience (2+ years) in network administration including design, maintenance, monitoring, and upgrading Competent experience (2+ years) in virtualization technologies (VLAN configuration, vCenter, etc) Ability to work independently, and demonstrate a strong desire to learn and improve Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical staff Must be willing to report to office location (Herndon, VA) daily to start, can negotiate hybrid schedule after first 6 weeks Preferred: Bachelor's of Science in IT-related field of study 5 years of previous working experience as a Linux administrator Competent in Shell, Perl, and/or Python scripting Solid knowledge of protocols such as DNS, HTTP, LDAP, SSH, SNMP, etc. Familiarity with VMWare Security+ certification Familiarity with DevOps tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Salt, Gitlab) Familiarity with SECRET and TS enclave networking requirements Cybersecurity expertise, including adversarial awareness and common IT Security requirements Active TOP SECRET/SCI clearance preferred Our benefits 401(k) match of 6% with immediate vesting Highly subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Legal Resources Plan Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (not combined as Paid Time Off) 11 Federal Holidays Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability coverage paid for by the company We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, national origin, color, age, military service eligibility or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other protected class. We encourage and support workplace diversity.