We are looking for a Senior Linux Engineer with demonstrated experience in RedHat Linux administration and Ansible automation in a virtualized environment. If you meet those requirements, then we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our growing team.

As a Senior Linux Engineer, you will:

• Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes our Employee Stock Ownership Plan! (ESOP).
• Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company. 

A week in the life of a Senior Linux Engineer includes: 

• Using Ansible and AAP - design, install, implement, and configure systems in a virtual environment and provide ongoing support of the Linux Infrastructure.
• Using Ansible and AAP - Evaluate, improve, automate, and maintain information security 
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for all RHEL 7 and 8 in a virtualized environment
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and correct critical server issues
• Create recovery processes for system failures and performance bottlenecks
• Using Ansible, AAP or other command line methods - Perform patching, upgrades, and modifications of Linux systems 
• Effectively learning new technologies added to the environment 
• Establish and maintain procedural documentation and knowledge articles and share knowledge through training and mentorship of team members

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret clearance 
• Security or equivalent IAT 2 or higher certification 
• Minimum 8 years of experience in Red Hat administration and working on complex systems, software programs, and networks 
• Ability to read/write/maintain a large complex Ansible yaml code base for CM security baseline maintenance.
• Ability to read/write/maintain shell/python scripting to support automation and maintenance tasks 
• Experience with SVN (Subversion), both command line and TortoiseSVN
• Experience with container technology (ex. docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to learn new technologies as added to the environment 
• Ability to lead/mentor people and projects to completion. 
• Ability to resolve complex problems and provide solutions with minimal guidance. 
• Develop process documents (SOPs) for use by fellow team members
• Experience managing and mitigating system security risks
• Experience with security principles such as DISA STIGs and IAVM system 
• Experience with Red Hat patching process (YUM updates, Satellite) and coordination of patching efforts 
• Experience with monitoring tools and system diagnostics 
• Experience managing RHEL systems integrated with MS Active Directory 
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks to accomplish goals on a given timeline 
• Virtualization experience using VMware / vSphere 
• Ability to provide general technical support for both hardware and software 
• Ability to support Analysis of Alternative (AoA) exercises 

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100 locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.