Enterprise Linux Engineer

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret

Suitability:

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Software Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

DevSecOps, Linux Environments, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

Certifications:

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

GDIT seeks a highly motivated and experienced Enterprise Linux Engineer to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) mission in Albuquerque, NM. This position will support the Defense Stockpile Management Systems (DSMS) which includes the following systems: Defense Integration and Management of Nuclear Data Services (DIAMONDS), Joint Application Design Environment (JADE), Nuclear Inventory Management and Cataloging System (NIMACS), Government Acceptance Testing (GAT), and DIAMONDS Accountability Training System (DATS).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

●Collaborate with stakeholders and technical operation teams to analyze, develop, configure, test, integrate, and maintain all associated Linux (RHEL) systems.

●Develop and maintain efficient and scalable Linux platform configuration management practices, services, and baseline configurations.

●Execute needs assessments, gap analyses, and develop associated solutions for Linux platforms.

●Deploy, configure, and maintain patches, configurations, upgrades, and applicable documentation for Linux platforms.

●Troubleshoot, isolate, and resolve Linux platform issues. Implement, manage, and audit DISA STIGs and the remediation or mitigation of vulnerabilities associated with Linux platforms and services.

●Acts as the one of the primary points of contact to provide Linux platform support for application associated systems and services.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

●Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.

●Strong communication and collaboration skills.

●Advanced problem solving and critical thinking abilities.

●Adept in the exclusive use and navigation of the Linux command line interface.

●Holistic understanding of Linux platform interactions with external applications, platforms, and services (e.g., Active Directory/LDAP integration, network file service protocols, Active Directory Certificate Services).

●Significant experience with Linux platform system engineering and concepts (e.g., automation, orchestration, strategic planning).

●Advanced Linux platform system administration skills and knowledge of configuration of technologies and services provided.

●Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of Ansible ad hoc and playbook executions.

●Significant experience with the development and execution of shell scripts.

●Basic knowledge and operation of Windows based platforms, services, and applications.

●Basic knowledge and operation of VMware vSphere 7 (or later).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

●Experience supporting: Appian Platform, Tenable Security Center, Nessus (ACAS), Trellix ESS (client-side), Red Hat Satellite, Puppet, Chef, IdM, and git repositories.

●Appreciation and understanding of DevSecOps concepts and practices.

●Basic knowledge of SecurID RSA multifactor authentication RHEL client configurations. ●Strong work ethic, motivation, and a high desire to learn.

●Effective time management and organization skills.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
● Required Experience: 8+ years of related experience
● Security Clearance Level: Final Secret
● Required Certifications: DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE)

● Preferred Certifications: Red Hat (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer/RHCE, Red Hat Certified System Administrator/RHCSA), Oracle Certified Professional - Oracle Linux System Administrator/OCP - OLSA)
● Location: Hybrid, On Customer Site
● US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $114,750 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Hybrid

Work Location:

USA NM Albuquerque

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 30 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

We connect people with the most impactful client missions, creating an unparalleled work experience that allows them to see their impact every day. We create opportunities for our people to lead and learn simultaneously. From securing our nation’s most sensitive systems, to enabling digital transformation and cloud adoption, our people are the ones who make change real.

GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.