Peraton

Linux Systems Engineer

Peraton  •  $86k - $138k/yr  •  College Park, MD (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

Responsibilities

Peraton Labs is seeking a poly cleared Linux Systems Engineer to help design, implement, and sustain secure, mission-focused research infrastructure supporting a Maryland-based research program. This role is hands-on and operations-oriented, with primary responsibilities in Linux system administration and delivery of IT/telecommunications systems in both classified and unclassified environments.

This position requires full-time on-site work at a customer site near College Park, MD.

Key responsibilities may include:

  • Implement, maintain, and enhance complex research infrastructure and its security posture across classified/unclassified spaces
  • Perform Linux and Windows system administration for workstations and servers
  • Install, configure, troubleshoot, and integrate GOTS/COTS/open-source solutions
  • Support and administer virtualization platforms, compute/storage, and remote access solutions
  • Configure and troubleshoot networking and TCP/IP (switching/routing basics, port activation, patching/cabling)
  • Build, maintain, and update gold images for Linux and Windows systems; apply baseline configurations and hardening best practices
  • Execute routine patching and system/tool updates, and assist with audit/readiness tasks
  • Support security administration activities such as endpoint protection, malware detection, intrusion detection, and logging/auditing solutions
  • Physically set up, cable, label, and power systems; implement required physical controls in secure spaces
  • Execute approved procedures for sanitizing and releasing system components/media
  • Maintain working knowledge of security policies, technical safeguards, and operational security measures

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications

  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience and a Bachelors, 1+ years and a Masters, or a PhD in Computer Science or related discipline. 4 additional years of experience may be used in lieu of a degree, for a total of 7 years of experience
  • Demonstrated experience conducting Linux system administration in operational environments
  • Demonstrated work delivery experience supporting IT and telecommunications
  • Experience installing/configuring IT/network hardware and software
  • Strong communication/ and collaboration skills supporting integrated teams (Peraton, customer, subcontractors)
  • Ability to document configurations and procedures clearly
  • US Citizenship with an active/current TS/SCI w/ Polygraph is a requirement for this position

Preferred qualifications

  • Advanced troubleshooting experience with complex network issues such as IPSec, VXLAN, firewalls, load balancing, and DNS
  • Experience with VDI and thin client architectures and operations
  • Experience administering security tooling such as enterprise antivirus/EDR, malware detection, IDS, and audit/logging solutions
  • Familiarity with open-source security/network tools (e.g., Snort)
  • Experience with cloud and data platforms such as OpenStack, Hadoop, and/or Cloudera
  • Working knowledge of AWS platforms/services and common deployment patterns
  • Familiarity with modern network operations and capability delivery processes

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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About Peraton

At Peraton, we're at the forefront of delivering the next big thing every day. We're the partner of choice to help solve some of the world's most daunting challenges, delivering bold, new solutions to keep people around the world safer and more secure.

How do we do it? By thinking differently. We're not mired in the past. We look at all problems with fresh eyes. We look past the obvious to bring the best talent, tech, and ideas together to completely transform how things get done. So bring your unique ideas, your entrepreneurial spirit, and your drive to succeed and get ready to be part of something bigger. Get ready to do the can't be done.

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Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Year Founded
2017
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