About this opportunity
Peraton lists this Linux Systems Engineer opportunity in college park, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Minimum qualifications
Minimum of 5+ years of experience and a Bachelors, 3+ years and a Masters, or a PhD in Computer Science or related discipline. 4 additional years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree, for a total of 9 years of experience
Demonstrated experience conducting Linux system administration in operational environments
Demonstrated work delivery experience supporting IT and telecommunications
Experience installing/configuring IT/network hardware and software
Strong communication/ and collaboration skills supporting integrated teams (Peraton, customer, subcontractors)
Ability to document configurations and procedures clearly
US Citizenship with an active/current TS/SCI w/ Polygraph is a requirement for this position
Preferred qualifications
Advanced troubleshooting experience with complex network issues such as IPSec, VXLAN, firewalls, load balancing, and DNS
Experience with VDI and thin client architectures and operations
Experience administering security tooling such as enterprise antivirus/EDR, malware detection, IDS, and audit/logging solutions
Familiarity with open-source security/network tools (e.g., Snort)
Experience with cloud and data platforms such as OpenStack, Hadoop, and/or Cloudera
Working knowledge of AWS platforms/services and common deployment patterns
Familiarity with modern network operations and capability delivery processes
Peraton Labs is seeking a poly cleared Linux Systems Engineer to help design, implement, and sustain secure, mission-focused research infrastructure supporting a Maryland-based research program. This role is hands-on and operations-oriented, with primary responsibilities in Linux system administration and delivery of IT/telecommunications systems in both classified and unclassified environments.
This position requires full-time on-site work at a customer site near College Park, MD.
Key responsibilities may include:
Implement, maintain, and enhance complex research infrastructure and its security posture across classified/unclassified spaces
Perform Linux and Windows system administration for workstations and servers
Install, configure, troubleshoot, and integrate GOTS/COTS/open-source solutions
Support and administer virtualization platforms, compute/storage, and remote access solutions
Configure and troubleshoot networking and TCP/IP (switching/routing basics, port activation, patching/cabling)
Build, maintain, and update gold images for Linux and Windows systems; apply baseline configurations and hardening best practices
Execute routine patching and system/tool updates, and assist with audit/readiness tasks
Support security administration activities such as endpoint protection, malware detection, intrusion detection, and logging/auditing solutions
Physically set up, cable, label, and power systems; implement required physical controls in secure spaces
Execute approved procedures for sanitizing and releasing system components/media
Maintain working knowledge of security policies, technical safeguards, and operational security measures
*This position may be eligible for an increased sign-on bonus. Eligibility, bonus amount, and applicable terms and conditions will be discussed during the recruiting process*
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Worksite address
college park, MD, 20741, US
Who can apply
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