Senior Systems Integration Engineer

LUFCO INC.
Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
4 years minimum
Compensation
$200,000.0 - $230,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud Amazon S3 Bash Shell Configuration Management Software Documentation System Configuration Continuous Integration Linux Distributed Systems Hardware Security Module Identity and Access Management
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Python (Programming Language) Key Management Linux System Administration Log Analysis Package Management Systems Performance Tuning Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible Systems Architecture Systems Integration Scripting Delivery Pipeline Software Security Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) Cloudformation Build Management Selinux Infrastructure Automation Frameworks Patch Management CIS Benchmarks Devsecops

Job description

Seeking a Senior Systems Integration Engineer to support mission-critical DoD systems in a high-security environment. This role focuses on Linux system integration, AWS cloud engineering, automation, and secure system deployment across hybrid and on-prem/cloud infrastructures., * Provide technical leadership as a Systems Integration Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting system design, integration, and secure deployment activities

  • Engineer, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems in accordance with DoD STIGs, SRGs, and security baselines
  • Support and implement AWS cloud solutions (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudFormation) within hybrid and on-prem integrated environments
  • Develop and maintain automation using Bash and Python scripting to support system provisioning, integration, and operational sustainment
  • Create and manage Ansible playbooks for configuration management, system hardening, patching, and repeatable deployments
  • Build, test, and maintain installation packages, system images, and deployment pipelines ensuring repeatability and configuration control
  • Perform Independent Verification & Validation (IV&V) of system builds, installation procedures, and technical documentation
  • Identify, document, and remediate defects in system configurations, installation processes, and deployment artifacts
  • Develop and maintain system documentation, including SOPs, build guides, configuration baselines, and integration procedures
  • Support continuous monitoring (ConMon) activities, including patch management and configuration compliance
  • Collaborate with ISSO and security teams to implement secure configurations and maintain system security posture across environment

Requirements

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with RHEL administration, AWS infrastructure, scripting (Bash/Python), and Ansible automation, along with demonstrated experience in system hardening and integration of secure, repeatable environments., * Bachelors degree in a Technical Field

  • 4 years of additional experience may substitute the degree
  • DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level 2 Certification is required
  • Examples: Security+, CISSP, CASP+

Experience:

  • 12 years of experience in Engineering on programs or projects of similar scope, type, and complexity, * Intermediate RHEL administration (system services, networking, package management, SELinux, log analysis, performance tuning)
  • Intermediate AWS experience, including services such as EC2, S3, IAM, and VPC
  • Strong scripting expertise in Bash and Python for automation, system integration, and operational tooling
  • Hands-on experience with Ansible (playbooks, roles, inventories, Tower/AWX preferred)
  • Experience applying and remediating DISA STIGs across Linux environments
  • Familiarity with Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and their role in key management, encryption, and secure system architectures
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC)
  • Experience troubleshooting complex, distributed systems in secure environments
  • Strong understanding of system hardening and secure configuration practices
  • Ability to translate security requirements into technical implementations
  • Excellent communication skills supporting cross-functional engineering teams
  • Proven ability to work independently in high-security, mission-focused environments

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Standard office environment with occasional requirements to visit client sites, labs, or field environments.

Benefits & conditions

Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Work: Contribute to critical national security initiatives and make a real difference in protecting our nation.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest advancements in SIGINT and related fields.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within a growing company.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join a team of highly skilled and supportive engineers who are passionate about their work.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, generous PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay: Annual salary ranges from $200,000 to $230,000. Salaries depend on labor category, years of experience, education, skills relevant to the position, and type of contract.
  • Benefits: Including Paid Time Off; 401K Contribution and Employer Match Contributions; and Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
  • For the full list of LufCo Benefits, visit our website: https://www.lufburrow.com/careers

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