Linux Systems Engineer

Shield Consulting Solutions
Laurel, MD, United States
15 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory HP Servers Systems Engineering System Configuration Linux VMware ESX Servers Hard Disk Drives Monitoring of Systems McAfee VirusScan Windows Servers NetApp Applications
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server Virtualization Software Deployment Nessus Network Server Wsus

Job description

  • Strong and deep Linux & Unix System Engineering skills in both physical and virtual server environments supporting infrastructure management, including managing kernels; installing and maintaining operating systems, configuring hardware/software utilizing monitoring techniques, troubleshooting, and sustaining the operational health of the infrastructure.
  • Supports RHEL7+, Windows 2012+, and VMWare ESXi servers in a virtual enclave environment.
  • Supports Active Directory with Centrify integration for Linux systems. Account creation and assigning users to Linux systems via Centrify and DELL Active Roles for assignment of groups.
  • Installs McAfee and Nessus Agent software, performing Nessus scanning in accordance with agency approved tools.
  • Configures, maintains, and troubleshoots servers. Upgrades memory, swap, and hard disk space for DELL, HP, and custom-built servers.
  • Executes storage data migrations from Legacy NetApp equipment to the latest storage solutions.
  • Patches systems using Red Hat Satellite server, WSUS Servers. Manages and installs IAVA and CVE patches to maintain ATO compliance; installing software and running hardening scripts to meet STE/STN requirements.

Requirements

  • Security+ Cert
  • 20 years experience as a system engineer
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
  • 5 additional years of experience as a system engineer may be substituted for a degree, * RedHat Linux & Windows Operating Systems
  • VMWare ESXi
  • Dells & HP servers
  • WSUS
  • NetApp

Benefits & conditions

Telework: Up to 16 hours per week, however telework hours will depend on tasking for the sprint, Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents - available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match - immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate’s background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. This is a full time position

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