Sr. Linux Engineer I (6394)

METROSTAR, INC.
Reston, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 200K

Job location

Reston, United States of America

Tech stack

Systems Engineering
Code Review
CompTIA Security+
Continuous Integration
Linux
DevOps
Linux Commands
Openshift
Ansible
Software Engineering
Software Systems
Software Vulnerability Management
Cloud Platform System
Delivery Pipeline
Gitlab
Cloudformation
Kubernetes
Terraform
Devsecops

Job description

  • Collaborate with customers and internal teams to design and implement automatic technical solutions across multiple classification environments, working independently or as part of the team to address complex technical requirements.
  • Lead advanced troubleshooting efforts by analyzing system and application logs using Linux command-line tools, conducting root cause analysis for complex issues, and developing mitigation strategies for service degradation.
  • Provide expert security guidance to development teams on secure coding practices, STIG compliance, vulnerability remediation, and other best practices in support of their ATO efforts.
  • Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing while maintaining technical documentation, promoting best practices, and fostering continuous team improvement.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph.
  • Certification to satisfy DoD 8140/8570 (e.g. CompTIA Security+, or equivalent).
  • 4+ years as DevSecOps/DevOps Engineer/Systems Engineer, or similar.
  • Experience with designing, deploying, and managing production-grade Kubernetes (K8s) or OpenShift clusters, via automation with Ansible and Terraform/CloudFormation in on-prem and cloud environments.
  • Strong Linux experience and understanding.
  • Experience with CI/CD (e.g. GitLab, or equivalent) and containerization.
  • Experience with Helm chart development and STIGs (highly preferred).

SALARY RANGE: $180,000 - $200,000

The salary range for this position is determined based on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience. The final salary offered will be determined based on several factors including:

  • The candidate's professional background and relevant work experience
  • The specific responsibilities of the role and organizational needs
  • Internal equity and alignment with current team compensation

Benefits & conditions

  • This role is also eligible for additional compensation, subject to the terms and policies of MetroStar, which may include:
  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Company-paid training and/or certifications
  • Referral bonuses

To apply for this position, please submit your resume via the form below or through our careers page: https://www.metrostar.com/jobs/

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled; candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible for full consideration.

Additional Compensation : This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.

Benefits : All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Parental Leave and dependent care
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs

Like we said, we are big fans of our people. That's why we offer a generous benefits package, professional growth, and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code (https://www.metrostar.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/MetroStar-CultureGuide-2025.pdf) and benefits (https://www.metrostar.com/join-us/) . Plus, check out our accolades. (https://blog.metrostar.com/news/tag/awards)

About the company

We know that you can't have great technology services (https://www.metrostar.com/) without amazing people. At MetroStar, we are obsessed with our people and have led a two-decade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people, we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.

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