Senior Systems Engineer (Linux)

Alexandria, VA, US • Posted 2 hours ago • Updated 2 hours ago
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A highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer specializing in Linux infrastructure is sought to support critical modernization initiatives and platform engineering activities. This senior-level position involves designing, developing, and maintaining secure, high-availability enterprise Linux architectures within a hybrid environment. The role requires expertise in Linux system administration, automation, and security hardening to ensure robust infrastructure operations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the engineering, technical planning, and execution of modernizing legacy infrastructure into scalable Linux-based enterprise architectures.
  • Configure, optimize, and manage enterprise-grade Linux distributions, specifically Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), across hybrid cloud environments.
  • Analyze and address operating system performance, resource allocation, storage management, and kernel tuning considerations.
  • Architect and deploy high-availability Linux clusters, failover mechanisms, and automated backup solutions.
  • Develop automated configuration management scripts and infrastructure as code (IaC) to streamline deployment processes.
  • Build and maintain secure pipelines and infrastructure for integration with enterprise data tools.
  • Conduct root cause analysis, performance monitoring, and security hardening on Linux systems and servers.
  • Identify and mitigate architectural vulnerabilities during system migrations through targeted engineering solutions.
  • Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, deployment guides, and infrastructure topology diagrams.
  • Collaborate on performance optimization, security compliance, and system troubleshooting to ensure system integrity.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma with 9+ years of related experience or equivalent.
  • Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+).
  • Recognized Linux certification such as RHCE or RHCSA.
  • Extensive experience in Linux system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting for enterprise environments.
  • Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Bash, Python, or Puppet for systems orchestration.
  • Proven ability to implement DISA STIGs and security hardening standards on Linux platforms.
  • This position requires eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance. In accordance with federal law, U.S. citizenship is required. Active Secret security clearance required.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise Linux performance tuning, storage management, and network configuration.
  • Experience with virtualization (VMware vSphere) or cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) is preferred.
  • Familiarity with developing or utilizing integrations and data connectors for data governance platforms is advantageous.

Publishing Pay Range: $55.00 - $60.00 hourly
This position offers a hybrid schedule, with time split between the office and remote work.

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  • Dice Id: 10112156
  • Position Id: 113187
  • Posted 2 hours ago

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About GDH

GDH is a technology workforce solutions provider committed to always giving and delivering more. Better talent. More client and consultant support. Greater service. World-class outcomes. Providing technology staffing, project solutions, and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), we will be able to deepen our understanding of your business challenges, stay up to date with industry trends, and enhance our ability to create custom solutions to help achieve your business outcomes. We have established ourselves as a trusted partner to countless businesses operating in the communications sector. Our primary goal is to source and recruit the most talented professionals, assemble teams of skilled specialists, create innovative recruitment and professional services strategies that drive growth and foster innovation.

GDH Benefits

GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more!  For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, GDH Consulting, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities and/or employees. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Applicants with disabilities that require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department.

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