Software Engineer

Job Title: : Linux Admin

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled individual with expertise in Ansible Automation and Linux systems. This role involves working with the latest generation of Intel-based servers, Linux cluster configurations, and virtualization architectures, including Red Hat KVM. You will design, install, monitor, optimize, and troubleshoot our large-scale System of Systems architecture, focusing on building high-fidelity simulation, training, and analysis products for the US Navy. This full-time, onsite position requires US Citizenship and a DoD Secret Security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, install, and integrate submarine training systems.
• Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, system services, application software, and system management tools for Linux systems both natively and within virtual machines.
• Collaborate with the team to monitor and test applications, virtual machines, and containers to identify installation and performance issues.
• Troubleshoot IT systems to diagnose and suggest/implement potential solutions.
• Support physical hardware installation of IT computing equipment and cabling at both local and remote sites.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or a related field with 5 years of experience, or a Master's Degree with 3 years of experience, or 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with bash scripting.
• Experience with virtualization technologies, preferably Red Hat KVM.
• Networking knowledge, including OSI Network Layers, TCP/IP, and DHCP.
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to work onsite in Middletown, RI.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Active Security Clearance is preferred.
• Current IAT Level I Certifications in Network, Security, and Linux.
• Experience with Cisco switch/router configuration, development, and deployment.
• Experience with System Build Automation Tools such as Linux kickstart, Puppet, or Windows Deployment Server (WDS).
• Knowledge in computer/electronics hardware, including Intel server configurations.
• Configuration management experience with both centralized and distributed version control systems, such as SVN and Git.
• Experience with submarine tactical systems.
• Experience as a Navy junior officer is a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment involves engaging in exciting projects, not just building infrastructure or patching systems. You will be building trainers and constantly innovating. The position is full-time and onsite in Middletown, RI, requiring work with advanced technologies and systems to support the US Navy.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middletown, RI.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Middletown,RI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

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Salary : $40 - $50