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# System Engineer 1

- **Company:** General Dynamics Information Technology
- **Location:** Cape Saint Claire, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,650.0 - $217,350.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Linux, Python (Programming Language), NetApp Applications, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Storage Devices, Containerization, Atlassian Tools, Vcenter, Cisco, Docker
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/5947b181-69b9-40e8-90e0-ce0f56fe1787

## About the Role

Bash Scripts, Docker (Software), Linux, 7 + years of related experience, WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Systems Engineer Principal must have: Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Experience: 8+ years of related experience, 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

Position 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