Systems Engineer / Systems Administrator

Overview

BigBear.ai is seeking a Systems Engineer/Administrator to join our DIA Support team. The candidate will work closely with the development team and our customers in the DoD and IC. The position will be on-site in Herndon, VA and requires a TS/SCI w/Poly.

BigBear.ai helps people make sense of their data using our cloud-based platform and big data processing algorithms. Each day, we crunch massive volumes of structured and unstructured data into usable and actionable information for our customers. This is an ideal opportunity to be part of one of the fastest growing AI/ML companies in the industry.

At BigBear.ai we're in this business together. We own it, we make it thrive, and we enjoy the challenges of our work. We know that our employees play the largest role in our continual success. That is why we foster an environment of growth and development, with an emphasis on opportunity, recognition, and work-life balance. We give the same high level of commitment to our employees that we give to our clients. If BigBear.ai sounds like the place where you want to be, we'd enjoy speaking with you.

What you will do

BigBear.ai is looking for a Systems Engineer/Administrator to join a team in Herndon, VA. The candidate will work within a cross-functional Agile scrum team and will be responsible for integrating and troubleshooting deployed systems.

• Responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of server infrastructure with a strong focus on Linux and other UNIX-based operating systems
• Manage and secure a hybrid environment, which involves overseeing access and security policies, particularly through SSH.
• Proficient in container-based environments, such as Alpine, ensuring system stability and scalability.
• Responsible for creating and maintaining automation scripts using Python and Bash to streamline tasks and manage system configurations efficiently.

What you need to have

• A Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree requirement
• Must maintain an active TS/SCI with current poly
• Significant experience administering Linux or other UNIX-based systems.
• Experience working with Alpine or other container-based operating environments.
• Skilled in working with DevOps or DevSecOps teams to deploy and troubleshoot systems
• Experience creating and maintaining shell scripts, including Python and Bash
• Managing SSH access and security policies across a hybrid environment.

What we'd like you to have

• Security+ or equivalent certification and willingness to serve as a privileged user and systems administrator

About BigBear.ai

BigBear.ai is a leading provider of AI-powered decision intelligence solutions for national security, supply chain management, and digital identity. Customers and partners rely on Bigbear.ai's predictive analytics capabilities in highly complex, distributed, mission-based operating environments. Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, BigBear.ai is a public company traded on the NYSE under the symbol BBAI. For more information, visit and follow BigBear.ai on LinkedIn: @BigBear.ai and X: @BigBearai.

BigBear.ai is an Equal opportunity employer all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.