We are looking for a Senior Linux Engineerwith 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
• 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.