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# HPC - System Engineer - Linux, Bash, Cisco

- **Company:** Erias Ventures, LLC
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $180,000.0 - $215,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Information Systems, Linux, Python (Programming Language), NetApp Applications, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Storage Devices, Containerization, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Cisco, Docker
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/hpc-system-engineer-linux-bash-cisco-annapolis-junction-md--0ab4523b-cbd4-480f-8807-be46ba6eeb54

## About the Role

Systems Engineering, Bash Scripting, Cisco Network Systems, Linux Operating System, Entrepreneurship, Security Clearance, Engineering Management, Computer Science, Communication Skills, Systems Engineering, and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required. Demonstrated experience in planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts is required. Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree. Required skills:

 * Proficiency using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools
 * Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems
 * Experience developing automation scripts (Bash/Python) to streamline operational and maintenance tasks
 * Experience with the Agency's STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies
 * Familiar with basic Cisco switch configuration
 * Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and containerd
 * Experience with creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation

Desired skills:

 * Experience administering Windows systems
 * Experience with NetApp storage devices
 * Experience with virtualization technologies including vSphere/vCenter
 * Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence

## Description

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas. Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers.Description We are seeking a Systems Engineer who shall collaborate closely with customer stakeholders to support a closed system that spans multiple locations across Capabilities and Operations.Clearance A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required. Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position.Experience Seven (7) years' experience as a SE in programs