Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

 

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid – 1 day in-office per week)

Department: IT/Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full-Time

 

Job Summary

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Engineer to enhance

our enterprise team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing

and automating complex virtualized and Cisco Networking.

As such experience with VMware and Linux is essential, specifically Red Hat Enterprise

Linux (RHEL) and their associated configuration utilities Ansible and Satellite. Expertise

in VoIP technologies, particularly Cisco WebEx, Cisco BroadSoft, Sonus (Ribbon) and

their associated hardware platforms are preferred.

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This role offers a hybrid-work arrangement, requiring one day per week at our

Washington, DC office. As a Senior Engineer, you will be pivotal in designing and

implementing any changes required to maintain an enterprise infrastructure with a

serious focus on ensuring high-availability, scalability, and security.

 

Key Responsibilities:

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Infrastructure Management:

• Design, deploy, and manage complex Linux-based systems and infrastructure,

       ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability.

• Implement and manage automation frameworks using Ansible to streamline

       operations and reduce manual intervention.

• Utilize RHEL Satellite for efficient system management, including patching,

       provisioning, and configuration management.

• Manage and maintain virtualized environments using VMware, ensuring robust

       and scalable infrastructure solutions.

• This role occasionally requires after-hours support to perform maintenance tasks

       to ensure minimal service disruption.

 

VoIP & Unified Communications:

• Manage and maintain Linux based VoIP infrastructure, focusing on Cisco and

       BroadSoft platforms.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to VoIP systems, ensuring minimal

       downtime and high-quality communication services.

Automation & Scripting:

• Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks and roles to automate infrastructure

       tasks.

• Write custom scripts in YAML, Python, Bash, or other scripting languages to

       support automation efforts and infrastructure management.

Systems Administration:

• Perform day-to-day administration and troubleshooting of Linux systems,

       including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and other distributions.

• Ensure systems are up-to-date with the latest security patches and updates.

• Monitor system performance and proactively identify and resolve issues to

       maintain optimal uptime.

 

Security & Compliance:

• Implement and maintain security best practices across Linux environments.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory

       requirements.

• Participate in security audits and vulnerability assessments, and implement

       remediation plans.

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Qualifications:

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Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related

       field (or equivalent experience).

• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering or administration with a strong

       focus on Linux environments.

• Proven experience with Ansible automation, including writing and managing

       complex playbooks and roles.

• Extensive experience with RHEL Satellite for system management and

       provisioning.

• Hands-on experience with VoIP technologies, particularly Cisco and BroadSoft

       platforms is a plus.

• Strong knowledge and experience with VMware virtualization technologies.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain a security clearance.

 

Technical Skills:

• Strong expertise in Linux systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

       and CentOS.

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as YAML, Bash, Python, or Perl.

• Understanding of networking concepts, storage, and virtualization technologies.

• Experience with Ansible.

• Strong knowledge of Cisco networking, including configuration and management

       of routers, switches, and firewalls.

• Experience with Cisco Unified Communications platforms is a plus.

• Experience with VMware, including ESXi, vCenter, and related technologies.

• Experience with version control systems, particularly Git.

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Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically in high-pressure

       situations.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate

       complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Proven leadership abilities and experience mentoring junior engineers.

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Preferred Qualifications:

 

Certifications:

• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or equivalent certification.

• Certifications such as RHCE, CCNA, or equivalent.

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect or equivalent cloud certification is a plus.