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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Systems Engineer - **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology - **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $142,792.0 - $189,750.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Perl (Programming Language), Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Information Technology Operations, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Linux System Administration, Network File Systems, Performance Tuning, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Trusted Systems, Virtualization Technology, Scripting, Computer Network Technologies, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Patch Management, CIS Benchmarks, Puppet, Network Server, Docker, Vmware - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8f5f89b6-284a-40c6-a503-46a3e1b68adf ## About the Role Automation Tools, Complex Systems, Linux, System Administration, System Designs, 8 + years of related experience, * Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field. * Experience: 8-10+ years of hands-on Linux systems administration experience across enterprise environments. * Technical Competencies: + Deep proficiency in Linux operating systems such as Red Hat, CentOS, or Ubuntu. + Expertise in command-line interfaces and scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, or Perl). + Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef). + Familiarity with virtualization technologies like VMware, KVM, or Hyper-V and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. + Networking knowledge (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NFS, and firewalls). Preferred Qualifications: * Certifications: + Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Linux Professional Institute Certifications (LPIC-2/LPIC-3), or equivalent. * Hands-on experience with containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). * Familiarity with security and compliance frameworks (DISA STIGs, NIST, CIS benchmarks). Onsite Work Location: Onsite in Germantown, MD, Washington, DC, or Albuquerque, NM Security Clearance: DOE Q or TS Clearance is required. ## Description GDIT is seeking an experienced Sr. Linux Systems Engineer to support critical IT operations for federal government projects. In this key role, you will leverage your strong Linux expertise to administer, optimize, and secure systems that ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability of technical infrastructure. As a part of GDIT's mission-driven team, you will implement solutions, diagnose challenges, and drive operational efficiencies across complex environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams., * System Administration: Install, configure, manage, and maintain Linux systems, including servers, virtualization platforms, and cloud computing environments. * Performance Optimization: Monitor system performance, conduct capacity analysis, and address bottlenecks to ensure system efficiency and availability. * System Security: Implement security measures, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with organizational and federal security requirements. * Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution: Use advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting skills to resolve system issues, ensuring minimal downtime. * Automation: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools to streamline repetitive tasks and improve operational productivity. * Patch Management: Maintain systems by performing software updates, patches, and upgrades while testing functionality and compatibility. * Infrastructure Documentation: Create and update system documentation to include configurations, processes, and procedures. * Collaboration: Partner with application teams and other IT stakeholders to support system-level integration, patch workflows, and maintenance activities. * Scalability & Efficiency: Drive innovation to scale infrastructure capabilities while enhancing system operability. ## Related Videos - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Develop on Windows, Deploy on Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1600-develop-on-windows-deploy-on-red-hat-enterprise-linux) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) ## Related Articles - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023)