Job Title: Senior System Engineer (Hybrid)

 

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

Department: IT/Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full-Time

 

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Linux Systems Engineer to enhance our enterprise team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing and automating complex virtualized and Cisco Networking.

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As such experience with VMware and Linux is essential, specifically Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and their associated configuration utilities Ansible and Satellite. 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:

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.

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:

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.

• 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.

 

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.

 

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.

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Job Type: Full-time

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Benefits:

 

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

 

Ability to Commute:

 

• Washington, DC 20002 (Preferred)

 

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20002