Linux Engineer

Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer whose primary responsibilities include providing engineering and administrative support maintaining multiple large Enterprise environments. The supporting infrastructure includes multiple Microsoft based networks spanning multiple security enclaves within a hybrid (Windows & RHEL) operating environment. System Engineering duties include management of both physical and VDI based Linux workstations and serversIdentify, design, and implement solutions using FOSS, COTS or GOTS products to enhance and meet customer requirements within the operating environment.Troubleshoot user, workstation and application functionality, performance, and incident resolution for Linux based applicationsIdentifies, analyzes, and resolve incidents with both short-term workarounds and long-term solutions Provide remote end user support and remotely work with and train geographically disperse Tier 2 and Tier 3 team membersCommunicate effectively (in oral and written form) with a variety of individuals and team members in both small and large team environmentsWillingness to participate in special projects as neededRequired Skills and ExperienceLinux Operating systems as a server or desktop such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux 6/7/8, CentOS 6/7/Stream, Scientific Linux, Fedora, Oracle Linux, Rocky Linux, Alma Linux, etc.Integration and experience with Kerberos Authentication concepts and/or Microsoft Active Directory domain joined servers and workstations is a plus (SSSD, WinBind, etc.)Strong understanding of DNS, DHCP and LDAP in a Windows or Linux environmentOperating system deployment and Configuration Management via Satellite and/or Ansible TowerApplication Troubleshooting such as Firefox, Chrome, Java and/or Citrix based virtual applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Understanding of SMB/CIFS and NFS file sharing protocolsLinux scripting (Python, Perl, Ruby, Bash)Understanding of ServiceNow, NETS or other ticketing processDoD STIG hardeningDesired SkillsGnome desktop environmentsAbility to create and deploy Ansible roles and playbooksGithub or GitlabAnaconda KickstartRed Hat Satellite or Foreman/KatelloCUPS print serverRPM package repositoriesDemonstrated ability to build an RPM packageWindows 10, Server 2012/2016/2019PowerShellVirtualization Environments (VMware, Citrix)Cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)Profile management utilizing the VMware User Experience Management (UEM) toolsetContainerization (Docker, Podman)Microsoft ExchangeWeb Proxy Configuration (PAC files, etc.)Dell/EMC Isilon and Netapp storage appliancesExperience with monitoring tools like SCOM, Zabbix or NagiosEducation/QualificationsBA/BS Business Information Technology, BA/BS Computer Science, BA/BS Computer EngineeringMust have existing U.S. Government Top Secret / SCI clearance with CIMust be willing to work on-site in Chantilly, VABenefits and PerksCompensationIndustry competitive salary well above market average401K plan with 4% company match, immediately fully vestedReferral bonuses up to $5,000100% company-paid benefitsCigna Open Access Plus High Deductible HSA, or, $0 deductible Medical plan for employee familyVision and Dental plan for employee familyShort Term Disability for employeeLong Term Disability for employeeLife Insurance for employeeFlexible Paid Time Off Policy180 hours (minimum) per year of PTO with additional time at manager discretion10 Company Holidays per year6 weeks paid maternity and paternity leaveFlexible work environment to accommodate commuting, family and personal schedulesCareer GrowthCompany sponsored training and certificationsNo questions asked professional/business/technical book reimbursementCompany paid training and conference attendance and travel expensesCompany OverviewInnovative Data Solutions (IDS) is a small business specializing in engineering and supporting mission critical IT infrastructure for the US Government Intelligence, Defense and Homeland Security communities.Established in 2008, IDS has 15 years of experience delivering IT solutions to the Federal market. We're a small company of technology enthusiasts and we thrive on exceeding expectations. We specialize in Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Storage, High Performance Computing, Cybersecurity and Data Analytics. Across these technology areas we provide full lifecycle services: strategy, design, implementation and operations.IDS engineers are based in Washington, DC and St. Louis, MO and are experienced working with US Government installations across the US, Europe and Asia.