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Linux System Engineer/Admin
Gridiron IT is seeking a highly motivated Linux System Engineer and Administrator with hands on experience with the full lifecycle development and maintenance of physical and virtual servers. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated experience with multiple cloud platforms, automation technologies, and with Linux system administration. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth operation of existing enterprise systems by patching and updating the system regularly; while automating repetitive tasks to improve efficiency, performance, and the security profile of the systems under management. The system engineer must also act as a subject matter expert consulting with security analysts and tenant mission system owners to resolve incidents and ensure the troubleshooting problems encountered to minimize service interruptions. Responsibilities
Design and Implementation Monitoring and Maintenance Collaboration Documentation Technical Support Automation DevSecOps Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance is required. Bachelor's degree in one or more of the following areas: Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or 4 years equivalent related work experience. Experience in designing, implementing, and maintain complex system and software applications to include database technologies. System and data integration, transformation, monitoring, and systematic problem solving. Functional/technical implementation experience with at least 2 of the following systems: Splunk, ElasticSearch, or OpenSearch. 2+ years' experience with cloud and systems administration. Demonstrated experience with scripting languages: bash, perl, python. Demonstrated experience with automation compliance using Ansible, Puppet, TerraForm. Demonstrated experience implementing and managing DevOps tools such as Git version control and CI/CD pipelines. Strong communication skills and an ability to engage with multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong understanding of IT operations, security, and business intelligence. Must remain on the client site during Program core hours of 0900-1500. Desired: Current Security+ or DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification AWS or Azure Certification ITIL v4 Certification Experience in the following: Splunk Apps/Add-ons Search & Reporting Splunk Add-on for AWS Splunk Security Essentials Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis in Splunk Experience with Rapid7 Nexpose Security Scanner Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires TS/SCI with a CI Polygraph. Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $109,000 - $230,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.
Gridiron IT is seeking a highly motivated Linux System Engineer and Administrator with hands on experience with the full lifecycle development and maintenance of physical and virtual servers. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated experience with multiple cloud platforms, automation technologies, and with Linux system administration. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth operation of existing enterprise systems by patching and updating the system regularly; while automating repetitive tasks to improve efficiency, performance, and the security profile of the systems under management. The system engineer must also act as a subject matter expert consulting with security analysts and tenant mission system owners to resolve incidents and ensure the troubleshooting problems encountered to minimize service interruptions. Responsibilities
Design and Implementation Monitoring and Maintenance Collaboration Documentation Technical Support Automation DevSecOps Required Qualifications
Active TS/SCI w/ Poly clearance is required. Bachelor's degree in one or more of the following areas: Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering or 4 years equivalent related work experience. Experience in designing, implementing, and maintain complex system and software applications to include database technologies. System and data integration, transformation, monitoring, and systematic problem solving. Functional/technical implementation experience with at least 2 of the following systems: Splunk, ElasticSearch, or OpenSearch. 2+ years' experience with cloud and systems administration. Demonstrated experience with scripting languages: bash, perl, python. Demonstrated experience with automation compliance using Ansible, Puppet, TerraForm. Demonstrated experience implementing and managing DevOps tools such as Git version control and CI/CD pipelines. Strong communication skills and an ability to engage with multiple technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong understanding of IT operations, security, and business intelligence. Must remain on the client site during Program core hours of 0900-1500. Desired: Current Security+ or DOD 8570 IAT Level II Certification AWS or Azure Certification ITIL v4 Certification Experience in the following: Splunk Apps/Add-ons Search & Reporting Splunk Add-on for AWS Splunk Security Essentials Splunk Search Processing Language (SPL) for data analysis in Splunk Experience with Rapid7 Nexpose Security Scanner Clearance Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Requires TS/SCI with a CI Polygraph. Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $109,000 - $230,000 (Compensation is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work experience, skills, education, certifications, seniority, and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.) Benefits: Gridiron offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), disability & ADD insurance, life and pet insurance to eligible employees. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours per week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Gridiron's benefits programs.