Linux Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

Title: Linux Systems Engineer Location: Remote US Citizenship: Required Clearance: Public Trust Job Details: * Responsible for the management, maintenance, and security of a large-scale, enterprise-level infrastructure * Utilize BMC True Sight Server Automation (TSSA) to troubleshoot automated scripts and jobs to ensure system compliance, and report on security configurations against government baselines (e.g., DISA STIGs) * Identify potential issues and proactively investigates and remediates problems * Administer, configure, and maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers in both virtual and physical environments * Manage the VMware vSphere infrastructure, including the deployment, and troubleshooting of virtual machines and hosts * Develop, maintain, and execute Ansible playbooks to automate system configurations, application deployments, and other repetitive administrative tasks * Implement and maintain robust security controls, conduct vulnerability remediation, and ensure all systems are compliant with federal security standards * Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues, and perform root cause analysis to prevent future occurrences Requirements: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in a technical discipline * Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Linux System Engineer with deep knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) in an enterprise setting. * Strong proficiency in VMware vSphere (ESXi/vCenter) for, managing, and troubleshooting virtualized server environments * Familiarity with containerization technologies like REST API's, OpenShift, Docker or Kubernetes, and their integration into enterprise workflows * Demonstrated experience writing and maintaining complex Ansible playbooks for configuration management and infrastructure automation * Proven experience with DISA STIG system hardening, security patching, and ensuring compliance * High proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash and Python to automate * Direct hands-on experience using BMC True Sight Server Automation for automated patch management and compliance enforcement preferred * Red Hat Certified System Engineer (RHCE), Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), or VMware Certified Professional (VCP) preferred * Basic understanding of cloud technologies such as AWS and Azure preferred * administrative tasks and streamline operations * Must possess current Security + certification * US Citizenship required, with the ability to pass a Public Trust background investigation Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled