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Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · 1 day ago

Linux Systems Engineer

Laurel, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $195K/yr

3+ years exp

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is a recognized leader in IT, seeking a Linux Systems Engineer who is passionate about Linux and automation. In this role, you will support APL’s research community by building, securing, and operating Linux systems that address critical national security and research challenges.

EducationUniversities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Build, configure, and support Linux systems that underpin secure research and operational programs across the Lab

Troubleshoot complex system and application issues, working with teammates, researchers, and vendors to engineer durable solutions

Help keep systems healthy through patching, monitoring, performance tuning, and thoughtful problem-solving

Contribute to the Linux Administration Team by building automation, improving documentation and sharing ideas that influence long-term architecture

Participate in shaping how Linux is secured, automated, and scaled at APL—your perspective and curiosity will be valued

Qualification

Linux administrationScripting BashScripting PythonTroubleshooting skillsAutomation tools AnsibleAutomation tools PuppetContainer technologies DockerContainer technologies KubernetesMonitoring tools PrometheusMonitoring tools GrafanaSecurity frameworks CISSecurity frameworks DISA STIGsInterest in security complianceCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, a related field

3+ years experience administering Linux systems (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu)

Experience scripting or automating tasks using Bash, Python, or a similar language

Proactive, self-driven approach to preventing outages, optimizing performance, and maintaining secure, reliable systems

Strong troubleshooting skills with the persistence to drive issues to root cause

Interest in building secure, well-engineered systems, including curiosity about compliance and security frameworks such as DFARS, FIPS, and STIGs

Collaborative mindset with clear written and verbal communication skills

Are able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship

Preferred

Automation or configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or BigFix

Container technologies like Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes

Monitoring and observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or Splunk

Authentication and directory services including LDAP, Kerberos, or Red Hat IdM

Linux security hardening frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks or DISA STIGs

Experience using Git or other version control systems

Company

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit university-affiliated research center (UARC) that provides solutions to complex national security and scientific challenges with technical expertise and prototyping, research and development, and analysis.

Founded in 1942

Laurel, Maryland, USA

5001-10000 employees