Linux Systems Engineer

ARLINGTON, VA, US • Posted 30+ days ago • Updated 4 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

SAIC

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Skills

Science
Microsoft Excel
Supervision
Auditing
Patch Management
Collaboration
Security+
CISSP
Red Hat Linux
Management
Virtualization
Shell Scripting
Bash
Python
Perl
Configuration Management
Puppet
Progress Chef
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
Network
OSI Model
Authentication
Docker
Splunk
SolarWinds
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Unix
Linux
Cisco
Servers
Communication
OS X
Virtual Private Network
Social Media
Blogging
Mobile Applications
Security Clearance
Continuous Integration
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2600590

Location: ARLINGTON, VA, US

Date Posted: 2026-01-22

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: TS/SCI with Poly

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

Seeking a Linux Systems Engineer, working with a diverse team of contractors, government personnel and subject matter experts, focused on creating and recognizing targeting opportunities and strategies in the cyber-realm. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated and excel in independent and small-team environments, demonstrating strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with minimal supervision.

This is an onsite position located in Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting a variety of networks and systems in a mission-critical enterprise environment.
Excel independently and in small-team environments, demonstrating strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with minimal supervision.
Proactively seek out opportunities to learn new skills and willingly share knowledge with junior team members.
Initiative in finding and prioritizing tasks, including security audits and patch management, is essential.
Excellent communication skills are crucial, particularly in defusing situations and interacting with individuals unfamiliar with technology.
The role involves collaboration with various government, subcontractor, and SAIC personnel on project-based assignments.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelors and 9 years or more experience. Masters and 7 years or more experience. Or 13 years of experience in lieu of degree.
Security+ or CISSP certification on day one.
KEY - Advance knowledge of RedHat Linux and RedHat OpenShift.
KEY - Expertise in managing Linux servers and infrastructure.
Expertise virtualization technologies and infrastructure.
Proficiency in shell scripting and automation using tools like Bash, Python, or Perl.
Experience with configuration management tools such as n8n, Puppet, or Chef.
Advance knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP) and troubleshooting network issues. Must be fully conversant in the OSI model.
Experience with utilizing Digital Certificates for authentication.
Understanding of security best practices and experience implementing security measures.
Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
Ability to diagnose and resolve system performance issues.
Experience with monitoring and logging tools such as Splunk and Solarwinds .
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Continuous learning and keeping up-to-date with the latest Linux technologies and trends.

Desired Certifications, Skills, Expertise:

Knowledge of UNIX and Linux.
Experience with Cisco infrastructure equipment.
Experience working with serial console terminal servers.
Knowledge of classified communication systems.
Knowledge of Mac OSX is desired, but not required.
Knowledge of VPN technology and implementation.
Working knowledge of popular, legacy, and new social media, blog sites, and mobile applications.
Working knowledge of deep web and dark web.

Clearance/Citizenship Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship with an active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a CI Poly.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2600590
Posted 30+ days ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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