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# Senior Linux Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Soliel LLC
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $160,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Configuration Management, Databases, Linux, Document Management Systems, Perl (Programming Language), Hardware Security Module, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, MariaDB, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Scripting, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9165535/senior-linux-systems-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
 * Secret Clearance
 * Eight (8) or more years of engineering experience
 * Strong Red Hat Linux systems administration experience
 * RHSA certification or equivalent hands-on experience
 * Strong scripting experience using Bash and Perl or Python
 * Strong experience with configuration management and automation tools, Ansible and Red Hat Satellite
 * Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex system and application issues across multiple layers of the stack.
 * Excellent written and verbal skills for documentation and collaboration.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

 * Experience working with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)
 * LDAP experience, specifically non-Active Directory LDAP implementations
 * Experience with PostgreSQL, MariaDB database platforms
 * Cryptographic engineering experience, including:
o Secure key management
o Cryptographic protocol implementation or integration

## Description

Soliel is seeking to hire a Senior Systems Engineer. This position will be responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and supporting complex Linux-based systems in a highly available, security-sensitive environment. This role requires deep expertise in Linux systems administration and automation, with an emphasis on cryptography, secure communications, and infrastructure reliability. The engineer will work across system, application, and security domains to ensure stable, performant, and compliant platforms., * Administer, maintain, and harden Red Hat Linux systems in enterprise and production environments.

 * Design and implement automation using Ansible and Red Hat Satellite to support system provisioning, configuration management, and lifecycle operations.
 * Develop and maintain scripts and tools using Bash and Perl or Python to support operational efficiency.
 * Diagnose and resolve complex system, application, and performance issues across the Linux and Java stack.
 * Collaborate with security, architecture, and development teams to ensure secure system and application designs.
 * Support cryptographic services and secure communications infrastructure, including TLS and HSM integrations.
 * Document system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
 * Participate in system upgrades, migrations, and continuous improvement initiatives.


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