Linux Systems Engineer – Network Security Tools
Springfield, VA 22152, USA
Full Time Senior-level / Expert Clearance required USD 75K - 140K *
SITEC Consulting
About SITEC
SITEC is an employee and customer focused Information Technology and Professional Services Firm specializing in design, development, and delivery of state-of-the-art technology solutions, as well as cybersecurity, software and systems engineering services.
Summary
As a Network Defense Linux Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the security and efficiency of our Linux-based systems. Your expertise in Linux, combined with a keen interest in cybersecurity, will be instrumental in supporting our mission to safeguard our digital assets.
Job Qualifications
- Design and implement shell scripts to automate system maintenance tasks, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
- Configure and manage system logging, including remote logging, to facilitate thorough log analysis for troubleshooting and security monitoring.
- Establish and maintain networking services, including firewall configurations and SELinux policies, to ensure secure and optimized system performance.
- Utilize partitions and logical volumes to configure local storage solutions tailored to specific project requirements.
- Deploy, configure, and maintain systems, ensuring software installations, updates, and core services are managed effectively.
- Apply a solid understanding of networking protocols (DNS, SMTP, DHCP) and utilize network troubleshooting tools (e.g. tcpdump, Traceroute, Ping, Netstat, nslookup) to diagnose and resolve issues.
Preferred:
- Proven experience in Linux system administration, with a strong background in shell scripting and system automation.
- Expertise in configuring system logging, analyzing logs for troubleshooting, and implementing secure networking services.
- Familiarity with AWS services such as EC2, S3, CloudFormation, and Terraform is advantageous.
- Experience with automation tools like Ansible and version control systems such as GitHub/GitLab for script and code management.
- A proactive approach to system optimization and a continuous learning mindset to stay updated with the latest in Linux systems and cybersecurity.
- Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams to achieve system-related goals.
Position required ACTIVE Top Secret with SCI Security Clearance
Tech Stack: Postgre SQL, Nessus, AWS, RDS in AWS, AWS Cloud, Containerization, Kubernetes
Cyber Security Engineering Specialist, Jr.
- Six (6) years of experience with a High School Diploma.
- Four (4) years of experience with an Associate's Degree.
- Two (2) years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree.
- Zero (0) years of experience with a Master's Degree.
Cyber Security Engineering Specialist, Mid
- Eight (8) years of experience with a High School Diploma.
- Six (6) years of experience with an Associate's Degree.
- Four (4) years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree.
- Two (2) years of experience with a Master's Degree.
Cyber Security Engineering Specialist, Senior
- Ten (10) years of experience with a High School Diploma.
- Eight (8) years of experience with an Associate's Degree.
- Six (6) years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree.
- Four (4) years of experience with a Master's Degree.
Principal Cyber Security Engineering Specialist
- Twelve (12) years of experience with a High School Diploma.
- Ten (10) years of experience with an Associate's Degree.
- Eight (8) years of experience with a Bachelor's Degree.
- Six (6) years of experience with a Master's Degree.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates will be invited to phone screen with a recruiter and then a formal interview.
* Salary range is an estimate based on our InfoSec / Cybersecurity Salary Index 💰
Tags: Ansible Automation AWS Clearance Cloud DNS EC2 Firewalls GitHub GitLab Kubernetes Linux Log analysis Monitoring Nessus Network security S3 Scripting Security Clearance SMTP SQL Terraform Top Secret
Perks/benefits: Career development
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