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nTech Workforce · 6 hours ago

Senior Linux Systems Engineer (SME)

positionFort Washington, MD
timeContract
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level

nTech Workforce is seeking a Senior Linux Systems Engineer to serve as the technical authority for a Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment. This role involves advanced systems engineering, kernel optimization, and providing high-level technical support while ensuring compliance and security standards are met.

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Hiring Manager
Mahesh Kumar
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Responsibilities

Perform kernel-level tuning (sysctl), I/O scheduling, and memory management to optimize RHEL for high-demand MBSE workloads
Execute all administrative tasks, file management, and system troubleshooting via the command-line interface (CLI) in a headless or cloud environment
Proactively monitor system health and performance to ensure 99.9% availability of mission-critical server resources and hardware
Act as the primary administrator for Cameo Systems Modeler and Teamwork Cloud, managing user groups, permissions, and server-side configurations
Configure and troubleshoot user profiles in a virtual desktop environment using XRDP
Create, maintain, and deploy virtual desktop images, ensuring optimized disk storage and session management for multiple concurrent users
Work closely with ISSO/ISSE teams to ensure systems meet ATO/accreditation standards through aggressive scanning, patching, and STIG compliance
Utilize Ansible, Puppet, or scripting (Bash/Python) to automate routine maintenance and configuration management
Author and maintain technical standards, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and "RunBooks" to ensure continuity of operations
Maintain a detailed work backlog in JIRA, participating in Agile ceremonies and communicating technical status to PMs and Government leads
Explain complex technical considerations to external partners and provide high-tier technical support to the user community

Qualification

Red Hat Enterprise LinuxLinux Command Line InterfaceLinux kernel tuningCameo / No Magic softwareVDI session managementBash scriptingPython scriptingAnsible configuration managementTCP/IP networkingJIRAAgile methodologiesSecurity+ certificationModel-Based Systems Engineering

Required

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
IAT Level II compliant (e.g., Security+, CySA+, GSEC, SSCP, CCNA Security, CND, GICSP)
Expert-level knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
Expert-level proficiency in the Linux Command Line Interface (CLI). Must be able to manage the full OS lifecycle without a Graphical User Interface (GUI)
Demonstrated experience in Linux kernel tuning and performance optimization for enterprise-scale applications
Proven experience with XRDP, VDI session management, and image deployment
Proficiency in Cameo / No Magic software
Experience using JIRA
Proficiency in Bash or Python scripting and Ansible configuration management
Solid understanding of TCP/IP, SSH, and secure networking protocols

Preferred

Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or Engineer (RHCE)
Experience with cloud-based Linux deployments
Background in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) workflows

Company

nTech Workforce

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nTech Workforce is a recruiting firm that offers a wide spectrum of staff augmentation and direct hire services.
dateFounded in 2005
location
Columbia, Maryland, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://ntechworkforece.com

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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