Systems Engineer-Intermediate: Cloud & Infrastructure Modernization

Dexian Government Solutions is seeking an Intermediate Systems Engineer to support cloud infrastructure, Linux operating system upgrades, disaster recovery implementation, and enterprise infrastructure modernization for EPA’s Integrated Compliance Information System (ICIS)., * Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 7-to-9 upgrades, including configuration, migration, compatibility testing, and troubleshooting.

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Linux servers.
• Support implementation and maintenance of AWS-hosted development environments.
• Assist with infrastructure automation, deployment scripting, and configuration management.
• Implement approved disaster recovery configurations and participate in recovery testing.
• Support infrastructure-related Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) remediation.
• Maintain consistency across development, testing, staging, and production environments.
• Support infrastructure requirements associated with Java and Oracle WebLogic modernization.
• Support infrastructure configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting associated with SAP Business Objects upgrades and reporting platform modernization.
• Assist with Next Generation Node (NGN) deployments and integration troubleshooting.
• Monitor infrastructure performance, capacity, availability, and security.
• Perform patching, system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and configuration updates.
• Develop and maintain architecture diagrams, deployment procedures, system documentation, and operational runbooks.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, developers, and EPA infrastructure teams.

The ideal candidate has strong hands-on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Amazon Web Services (AWS), and infrastructure troubleshooting experience. Working alongside the existing senior systems engineering team, the selected individual will execute technical upgrades, maintain computing environments, and support system reliability and security.

Practical Linux administration, cloud infrastructure, and system migration experience are the highest priorities. Federal government experience is preferred but not required., * 3-5 years of professional systems engineering, Linux administration, or infrastructure support experience.

• Strong hands-on Red Hat Enterprise Linux or comparable enterprise Linux administration experience.
• Experience configuring, troubleshooting, patching, and maintaining Linux servers.
• Practical experience with AWS cloud environments, including compute, networking, and infrastructure configuration.
• Experience supporting operating system upgrades or enterprise infrastructure migrations.
• Working knowledge of Bash, Python, or comparable scripting languages.
• Familiarity with infrastructure automation and configuration management.
• Understanding of backup, system recovery, and disaster recovery concepts.
• Experience troubleshooting complex infrastructure issues.
• Familiarity with security patching, vulnerability remediation, and system monitoring.
• Ability to independently execute assigned engineering activities under senior technical oversight.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting major RHEL version upgrades.
• Experience with AWS infrastructure deployment and automation.
• Knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, or comparable infrastructure-as-code tools.
• Experience supporting Java applications or Oracle WebLogic infrastructure.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and deployment automation.
• Experience implementing disaster recovery capabilities and conducting recovery testing.
• Familiarity with NIST security controls, FISMA, and POA&M remediation.
• Familiarity with SAP Business Objects server administration, installation, upgrades, and integration with Linux-based enterprise environments.
• Experience supporting Next Generation Node or enterprise data exchange environments.
• Prior EPA or federal government infrastructure experience.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.

Our robust benefits package includes Open Paid Time Off, 11 Federal Paid Holidays & 5 Paid Sick Days, Company-paid Life/AD&D, Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Health Insurance with Company Contribution, 401k Plan with Company Match, Employee Recognition Program, opportunity for Employee Referral Bonus, opportunity for annual Performance Bonus and much more!

Dexian Government Solutions is an award-winning ISO 9001:2015 certified business and GSA contract holder providing diversified Information Technology services to both Civilian and Defense agencies. Services include Software Development, Systems Integration, Data Management, Project Management, Operations & Maintenance, Cybersecurity, and Training and Audio/Visual (AV) Solutions. Dexian Government Solutions has received several recognitions, including rankings on “Top 50 Companies to Watch”, Washington Technology’s Annual “FAST 50”, and Inc. 500’s List of “Fastest Growing Private Companies”. The Dexian Government Solutions team is comprised of individuals who are dedicated to the success and sustainability of our customers and their missions. Our combination of technical expertise, big business experience, and small business agility allows us to promptly provide our customers with exceptional IT and engineering solutions.