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# Cloud Systems Engineer (TS/SCI required)

- **Company:** Select Search, LLC
- **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, CentOS, Cloud Computing, Software Debugging, Linux, Network Address Translation, Domain Name System (DNS), Perl (Programming Language), IP Addressing, Python (Programming Language), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Multicasting, Routing, Performance Tuning, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ruby, Subversion, Ceph (Software), Cloud Platform System, Git, Kubernetes, Iptables, Performance Monitor, Software Version Control, Docker
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/cloud-systems-engineer-ts-sci-required-fairfax-va--a538225a-cd40-4538-9a96-1cace052b238

## About the Role

Systems Engineering, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Cloud Computing, Top Secret Clearance, Emerging Technology, Red Hat Linux Operating System, Linux Operating System, CentOS, Microsoft Active Directory, LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol), * Experience with Linux (Red Hat and CentOS desired)

 * Enterprise Service - Active Directory, LDAP, DNS
 * System security, hardening, and accreditation (e.g. DCID 6/3, ICD-503)
 * Automated OS and cloud infrastructure installation
 * Cloud virtualization
 * Configuration and use of - nat, dns, ldap, nis, nfs, iptables, free ipa
 * System performance monitoring, and tuning
 * Performing, monitoring, and designing system backup plans
 * Create, debug, and enhance scripts (e.g. bash, csh, Perl, ruby, python, expect)
 * Automate repetitive tasks
 * Basic knowledge of switching, routing, IP addressing, and networks
 * Experience with multicast
 * Train others on system maintenance duties
 * Source code control systems, both use and administration (cvs, subversion, git)
 * Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Gluster, Ceph

EDUCATION: A Bachelor's degree in computer related discipline is desired but not mandatory. Candidate may substitute relevant work experience.

## Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Candidate is responsible for building and maintaining the cloud native system. Candidate must readily adapt to changing requirements; keep up-to-date on emerging technologies; and be ready to help implement these new products and technologies to enhance the system. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS